Solution - Change chipboard for ply?
It sounds so simple, doesn’t it? Change chipboard for ply? If only it were that easy. For decades, national house builders, developers, and smaller firms have been working with chipboard sub-floors.
If swapping it for plywood was the magic answer to noisy or failed floors, everyone would already be doing it.
The reality is, just replacing chipboard with ply doesn’t solve the real issues. Floors are far more complex than that.
Why changing chipboard for ply doesn’t work
We’ve seen it all over the years, people trying quick fixes like squirting PVA into nail holes, spraying WD40, or even sprinkling talcum powder. Others try longer screws, “specialist” screws, or a variety of gimmicks.
And yes, we’ve also lifted plenty of ply sub-floors, whether fitted from new or added later. Guess what? They still squeak and fail. Simply changing the board material doesn’t tackle the underlying causes of movement, noise, or failure in your floors.
What actually makes the difference
The solution isn’t a simple swap. It takes knowledge, experience, and the right methods to get rid of squeaks for good. At SqueakFix, we’ve developed our own specialist tools, components, and techniques to deal with the full range of sub-floor issues.
That’s why customers sometimes say, “I tried to do what you do.” But the truth is, this isn’t a DIY job you can copy from a website. Our service is backed by years of engineering know-how, hands-on flooring experience, and a clear understanding of how sub-floors behave over time.
Why choose SqueakFix
If all it took was plywood, SqueakFix simply wouldn’t exist. We’re here because fixing squeaky floors properly means looking deeper than the surface. Our team has spent years solving these problems in real homes, giving customers both silence and peace of mind.
So if you’re tempted to ask, “can I just change chipboard for ply?” the answer is no. The real solution is getting it done right, once and for all.
Tap the ‘Get a Quote’ button below, and let’s get your squeaks sorted, once and for all.