The quality of your subfloor can have a huge impact on your flooring installation. Choosing the right subfloor solution is crucial for ensuring a high-quality finish. Here are the reasons why you should choose subfloor solutions from E&M Services.
Why subfloor preparation is vital?
The outcome of any flooring job will only ever be as good as the subfloor it is installed on. A subfloor with problems, such as being unlevel or damp, will heavily impact the quality and finish of your chosen flooring. Whether it’s carpet tiles or luxury vinyl tiles, the issues underneath will soon show.
This is why investing the time and money on the subfloor is key. Combined with choosing an experienced and professional contractor, you can prevent any issues that will affect the quality of the finish.
At E&M Services, we offer a comprehensive subfloor solutions service to ensure you can achieve the best quality floors for your home or business. Whatever the condition of your subfloors, our expert team can help address any issues. We provide a wide range of smoothing compound solutions to create a smooth and even finish. It also helps to fill dips and recesses that are likely to damage any floor coverings.
By opting for our subfloor solutions service, we can ensure a flawless flooring installation. We excel in achieving stunning results to create a lasting favourable impression.
Combined with our decades of experience and in-depth flooring knowledge, we are an ideal choice to combat your subfloor challenges. All the products we use are from leading specialist manufacturers. Our expertise ensures we choose the right solutions to combat your subfloor problems.
What are the benefits of choosing subfloor solutions from E&M Services?
Proper subfloor preparation is an essential step in flooring installation. It provides many benefits, such as ensuring the longevity, durability, and aesthetic appeal of your flooring installation. Here are the main benefits of choosing subflooring solutions from E&M Services:
Increased durability
A well-prepared subfloor minimises wear and tear by preventing uneven pressure points that can cause premature damage to floor coverings. It supports heavy loads, ensuring the floor can handle furniture, appliances, and foot traffic without sagging or cracking.
Better adhesion
Proper preparation allows flooring materials, such as luxury vinyl tile (LVT) or vinyl, to adhere more effectively. A smooth, clean subfloor promotes stronger bonding, reducing the likelihood of peeling or lifting. It also prevents issues like tile cracks or gaps caused by subfloor problems.
Moisture protection
Subfloor preparation addresses moisture levels, acting as a barrier to prevent mould growth, warping, and swelling of flooring materials. This protection extends the lifespan of the flooring by preserving the integrity of moisture-sensitive materials, such as carpet tiles.
Smooth, level surface
Creating a smooth, level subfloor enhances the floor’s aesthetic appeal, eliminating visible bumps, dips, or unevenness. This ensures a polished, professional finish while also improving the installation process by reducing time and effort.
Noise reduction
A properly prepared subfloor can provide soundproofing properties. Using underlay during preparation helps dampen noise, minimising creaks and squeaks.
Structural stability
Addressing structural issues, such as loose boards or cracks, enhances the stability of your flooring. As such, the risk of injuries caused by uneven surfaces is reduced. It also ensures long-term structural integrity.
Long-term cost savings
Investing in proper subfloor preparation can lead to significant cost savings over time by preventing expensive repairs due to poor installation or flooring damage. It also extends the life of the flooring, maintaining its appearance and functionality for much longer.
What are some common subflooring problems to look out for?
There are several telltale signs that suggest it may be time to repair or replace a subfloor. Some of these indicators might not be immediately noticeable and could remain hidden until the existing flooring is removed.
If you notice any subfloor problems, it’s worth considering appropriate subfloor solutions. Addressing these issues early is one of the best ways to avoid common mistakes, especially when working with a professional flooring contractor.
Uneven or sunken subfloors
Uneven subfloors are one of the most common subfloor problems. This can typically be identified by a soft spot underneath your current flooring. In some cases, your flooring may also sink or become unlevel due to the uneven subfloor underneath.
Creaking floorboards
Creaking floorboards is another subfloor problem you may experience. This happens as a result of loose floorboards. When these loose floorboards move, it causes them to rub together or against the nails or joisting. This causes an unpleasant squeaking sound.
Musty or dampness
Excessive moisture to a subfloor can lead to rot and mould. It can also cause a musty or damp smell that is extremely unpleasant. Depending on the extent of the moisture, your floor can also experience permanent damage, such as warping or stains.
Floor movement
If you experience a floor moving or bouncing as you walk over, this is a telltale sign of subfloor instability. This is commonly seen with older subfloors due to warping or looseness. If left untreated, this can lead to sinking floors.
Why choose E&M Services for subfloor solutions?
If you experience any subfloor problems, it’s important you seek professional subfloor solutions as quickly as possible. Whether you are in the process of replacing an existing floor or notice damage to an existing floor, E&M Services can work with you to address any issues.
We are a small, independent, family-owned contractor offering professional flooring services throughout Coventry, Warwickshire, and the Midlands. Founded in 1988, we have over 35 years of experience and expertise in delivering high-quality flooring services.
Located in the heart of the Midlands, we are ideally positioned to serve businesses across Coventry, Leicester, Wolverhampton, Rugby, Derby, and beyond. We are committed to achieving the highest standards for all our clients to help transform your business with the highest quality flooring installation.
We have built a strong reputation for reliability, customer service, and delivering on time and within budget. Our extensive experience spans various sectors, including schools, hospitals, airports, and retail stores.
With extensive experience across multiple sectors, we have developed high-quality flooring solutions while adhering to the strictest health and safety standards. We are fully insured and accredited by leading organisations such as CHAS, Constructionline, and SafeContractor.
We work hard to exceed industry standards while trying to surpass our client’s expectations. As a family-owned business, we take pride in delivering exceptional service, from the initial consultation through to project completion.
Our team collaborates closely with clients to manage every aspect of the project with professionalism and efficiency. Our dedication to providing top-quality results at competitive rates distinguishes us from larger contractor firms.
How do we prepare your subfloors?
We will first inspect the floor to identify any issues that need addressing, such as weak spots or areas that are unlevel. Once we begin working, we help our clients to clear the area. Our expert team use suitable equipment to ensure all your furniture and equipment is safely moved.
After the area is clear, we can begin working on removing your old flooring. This also includes removing any adhesive that may split and stick to the subfloor. As a professional flooring contractor, we have all the tools and equipment necessary to properly remove your old floors.
Our dedication to health and safety also means we use suitable extractors and dampening techniques that minimise air pollutants that pose a health risk to other areas of the building. Our dedicated team ensure all debris, dirt, and old adhesive is fully removed before beginning work on repairing your subfloor.
Once all the debris is properly cleaned, we then decide on the best levelling compound. The wide range available offers different characteristics to suit different subfloor requirements. Our extensive flooring knowledge and experience mean we can easily pick the most suitable levelling compound.
This compound is mixed and then spread across the floor, removing any unevenness, dips, or recesses. Once applied, we let the compound dry. Depending on the choice affects how long it takes to dry. Usually, we will leave it overnight to fully dry and harden. The next day, we can then set to adding any underlayers and flooring you have chosen.
With our extensive experience and knowledge as a professional flooring contractor, E&M Services is an ideal choice for combating your subfloor solutions. Whatever your project scope, we want to help you transform your interior spaces for the better. We also offer free advice, samples, and quotations to help you make the best decision. If you’re looking for a professional flooring contractor to take care of your subfloor problem, get in touch today.