From Damage to Durability: How a Handyman Handles Floor Repair
Floors are a durable feature in any building, but they aren’t immune to damage and needing repairs from time to time. A handyman can take care of many kinds of flooring issues, such as loose planks, dents and scratches, and cracked tiles.
The type of flooring and the kind of damage determines how a handyman approaches a floor repair. For example, if a hardwood floor has been scratched or dented by furniture or ragged edges on rugs and carpets, a quick buffing and re-oiling will often fix the problem. If the floor has been permanently damaged by a flood or other water intrusion, however, it may need to be replaced.
Wood floors are vulnerable to scuffing and scratching, especially if they’re regularly moved by furniture or vacuumed. A handyman can apply a new coat of varnish or oil to scuffed floors, and hard wax sticks or resin fillers can be used on more severely damaged areas of the floor to hide dents and scratches.
Laminate floors are more resistant to damage, but they can be susceptible to buckling or chipping. A handyman can repair laminate floors that have chips by trimming off the affected area, then gluing in a replacement board. Depending on the severity of the chip, the new replacement board might need to be trimmed to size.
Cupping and buckling of vinyl flooring are usually caused by moisture intrusion, although poor installation can also be to blame. A handyman can install new vinyl flooring over existing damage, but it’s likely a better idea to replace the entire floor if there is extensive or permanent damage.
A handyman can help keep a commercial building’s floors in top condition by attending to all the little maintenance tasks that can add up and make a big difference. Taking care of little things like loose door handles, rattling vents and flickering overhead lights makes the space more enjoyable for tenants while minimizing wear and tear on equipment and fixtures.
A regular maintenance schedule is the best way to prevent many common problems before they develop into major headaches that require costly repairs or replacement. Having the best handyman company available to tackle all the small jobs can make all the difference in keeping your building looking and functioning its best.