Stair tread repair in Exeter
Professional stair tread repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional stair tread repair - cracked, broken, or worn steps fixed properly. Safe footing, no creaks, solid staircase. The repair you need for daily safety.
Safe Stairs Matter
You use your stairs many times every day. A damaged tread is a trip hazard waiting to happen. Proper repair makes stairs safe and solid again.
🪜 Critical safety. Stairs get more use than almost anything in your house. They need to be safe.
Why Repair Matters
| ✅ After Repair | ❌ Damaged Treads |
|---|---|
| Safe footing | Trip hazard |
| Solid underfoot | Flex and creak |
| Proper strength | Weakened step |
| Looks right | Visible damage |
What You Get
🔧 Full Repair
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Damage evaluated |
| Access | Carpet lifted if needed |
| Repair | Fill, reinforce, or replace |
| Test | Load tested |
| Finish | Ready for use |
📦 Common Repairs
- Nosing replacement
- Crack filling
- Tread reinforcement
- Full tread replacement
- Squeak fixing
Pricing Guide
| Repair Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Minor tread repair | 1 hr | £60 |
| Major repair/replacement | 2 hrs | £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Cracked treads - Safety first
✅ Worn nosings - New edge
✅ Squeaky stairs - Silence
✅ Before decorating - Fix first
Why Choose Us for Stair tread repair in Exeter?
Safe footing restored
Squeaks eliminated
Strength restored
Matches existing
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Damage checked, best repair approach agreed, carpet lifted if needed.
Step 2: Repair
Appropriate fix applied - filling, reinforcing, or replacing.
Step 3: Test
Step tested for strength and sound, ready for use.
🔧 DIY Tips
Tackling it yourself? Here's what's involved:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Wood filler (structural grade)
- Chisel and saw
- Drill/driver
- Screws and glue
- Replacement timber (if needed)
📐 Key steps
- Remove carpet/covering if present
- Assess extent of damage
- Clean out cracks or damaged areas
- For cracks: fill with structural filler
- For nosing: cut out and splice new piece
- For replacement: remove old, fit new
- Secure with screws into stringers
- Sand and finish
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Using decorative filler (not strong enough)
- Not fixing from below (if accessible)
- Ignoring cause of damage
- Weak nosing repair
💡 Pro trick: If you have access from below (cupboard under stairs), you can reinforce damaged treads by screwing blocks into position. This often fixes squeaks and strengthens weak treads without any visible repair above.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔩 Fix properly - stair treads take repeated load. Bodge repairs don't last. Use structural filler, proper screws, and solid timber for lasting results.
Signs of damage:
- Visible cracks
- Flex when stepped on
- Squeaking
- Worn nosing edge
When to replace:
- Through cracks
- Rotten timber
- Badly worn
- Multiple problems
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a cracked tread be repaired or does it need replacing?
Depends on the crack. Surface cracks can be filled and reinforced. Structural cracks that go through the tread usually mean replacement for safety.
What causes stair treads to break?
Age, heavy use, moisture damage, or poor original timber. The nosing (front edge) takes most of the wear and often fails first.
Can you match the existing treads?
Usually yes. We match wood type and thickness. Once stained and varnished, repairs blend well.
Do you repair stairs under carpet?
Yes - often the carpet hides damaged treads. We can lift carpet, repair, and relay, or work with your carpet fitter.
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