Laminate Flooring Repair in Exeter
Professional laminate flooring repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-135
Typical Duration
1-2.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Laminate flooring repair for damaged, chipped, or swollen boards. Board replacement and gap fixes.
Don't Replace Your Whole Floor Over a Few Bad Boards
So you've got a few laminate boards that are chipped, swollen, or cracked, and the whole floor looks rough because of them. Before you rip everything up and start again, most laminate damage can be repaired by replacing just the affected boards. It's quicker, cheaper, and you don't have to move every stick of furniture out of the room.
💡 Pro tip: Keep a few spare boards from any laminate installation. They're worth their weight in gold when you need repairs years later and the exact pattern has been discontinued.
Done Right vs Done Wrong
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Replacement boards match perfectly | New boards obviously different colour/pattern |
| Floor clicks back together securely | Loose boards that move underfoot |
| Surrounding boards undamaged during repair | Adjacent boards chipped or broken during removal |
| No gaps or height differences | Step between old and new boards |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Assessment | Check the damage, identify how many boards need replacing, work out best access route |
| 2. Removal | Carefully lift damaged boards without breaking surrounding ones |
| 3. Replacement | Fit new boards, ensuring they click in securely and sit flush |
| 4. Finishing | Check floor is solid, no gaps or movement, clean up any debris |
📦 You're Left With
- Damaged boards removed and replaced
- Floor level and secure throughout
- No visible damage or gaps
- Room usable immediately
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single board (edge location) | 1 hr | £60 |
| 2-3 boards (mid-floor) | 2 hrs | £110 |
| Multiple boards or complex repair | 2.5 hrs | £135 |
£60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Doesn't include replacement boards - use your spares or I'll source closest match.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ You've got water damage to a few boards - Swollen or warped sections that look awful but the rest is fine
✅ Heavy furniture has cracked or chipped boards - Localised damage that doesn't affect the whole floor
✅ Your floor has annoying gaps or creaks - Boards that have come apart or aren't clicking properly
✅ You've found damage when moving furniture - And you want it fixed before selling or just for your own peace of mind
Why Choose Us for Laminate Flooring Repair in Exeter?
Damaged boards replaced to match
No need to replace entire floor
Gaps and creaks sorted properly
Floor looks whole again
What to Expect
Step 1: Inspect the Damage
I'll look at which boards are damaged and work out the best way to access them. If they're near an edge, it's straightforward. Middle of the room takes longer.
Step 2: Remove & Replace
I'll carefully lift boards back to the damaged section, pop out the bad ones, and fit replacements. If you've got spare boards, I'll use those. Otherwise, I'll work with what we can source.
Step 3: Check & Finish
Once new boards are in, I'll make sure they're secure and flush with the rest of the floor, then clean up. Job done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Laminate repair is doable as a DIY job if you're methodical and careful:
🔧 What you'll need
- Replacement boards (exact match if possible)
- Pull bar and tapping block
- Utility knife or chisel
- Hammer
- Tape measure
📐 How to do it
- Work out which boards need replacing and how to access them
- If the board is at an edge, remove skirting and lift boards from there
- For mid-floor repairs, carefully cut out damaged boards with a utility knife and chisel
- Click replacement boards into place, ensuring they lock securely
- Tap boards together gently with the tapping block to close any gaps
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Forcing boards apart and breaking the locking mechanism
- Not supporting surrounding boards while removing damaged ones
- Using a replacement board that's slightly different thickness - creates a trip hazard
- Rushing and damaging good boards in the process
💡 Pro trick: If you're removing a mid-floor board, score along the joints with a sharp knife, then drill holes in the centre to weaken it. You can break it up and remove it in pieces without disturbing surrounding boards.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔧 Check for underlying issues: If your laminate is damaged by water, make sure the source is fixed first. Otherwise, your nice new boards will swell and warp just like the old ones.
Combine with:
- Scotia fitting (if skirting was removed)
- Floor levelling (if subfloor is the issue)
- Damp treatment (if water damage is recurring)
Related services:
- Laminate flooring installation
- LVT flooring installation
- Floor varnishing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you match replacement boards to my existing floor?
If you've got spare boards left over from the original installation, perfect - I'll use those. If not, matching can be tricky because laminate patterns change frequently. Bring me a piece of the damaged board and I'll do my best to find a close match, but exact matches aren't always possible.
Do you have to lift the whole floor to replace one board?
Not usually. If the damaged board is near an edge or in the first few rows, I can work from there. If it's in the middle of a room, I might need to lift boards back to it, replace the damaged one, then relay them. It's more work, but still cheaper than replacing the whole floor.
What causes laminate to get damaged?
Water is the main culprit - spills that aren't wiped up quickly, leaks, or high humidity make laminate swell and warp. Heavy impacts can chip or crack boards. Sometimes it's just wear in high traffic areas. If there's an underlying issue like damp, that needs sorting first or the new boards will fail too.
Can you fix gaps between laminate boards?
Depends what's causing them. If boards have shrunk due to low humidity, the gaps might close up when moisture levels rise. If the floor wasn't fitted with proper expansion gaps and it's shifted, I might be able to tap boards back together. But if boards are damaged or the locking system is broken, they'll need replacing.
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