Squeaky floor under carpet
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Squeaky floor under carpet
I've seen all the videos about buying a $20 to $40 kit to fix a small squeak between the subflooring and floor joist under my carpet. Wondering if I could avoid the cash outlay and find the joist with my ultrasonic stud finder and a couple 3/4" wood screws? Not bourbor, just simple pile carpet. Seems simple but I might be missing something. Looking with advice before I mess something up trying to save a few $$. Many Thanks.
Last edited by alaska11; 08-03-19 at 12:07 PM. Reason: typo
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Here is link to prior discussion for squeak remedy!
Drywall screws are fine, hey have served their purpose for 30 years!
https://www.doityourself.com/forum/framing-flooring-sub-flooring/570817-squeaky-first-floor-unfinished-basement.html
Drywall screws are fine, hey have served their purpose for 30 years!
https://www.doityourself.com/forum/framing-flooring-sub-flooring/570817-squeaky-first-floor-unfinished-basement.html
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Many times I've screwed through carpeting to quiet squeaks. Even if you can't pinpoint the exact location of the floor joist try a screw. If it doesn't hit something solid move over 3/4" and try again and repeat until you find the joist. Just make sure you sink the screws deep enough that they can't be felt under foot.