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Leaking causing floor damage

    1. Inspect flooring for discoloration, swelling, mold, or rot to pinpoint affected areas. Probe with awl to check for sponginess.
    2. Remove any wet carpeting, underlayment, and floorboards to access subfloor. Dry out subfloor thoroughly.
    3. Check if subfloor is salvageable or needs replacement. Solid, unaffected areas can be kept.
    4. Use a moisture meter to test wood moisture content before installing new flooring. Wait until it matches surroundings.
    5. Cut away any rotted or moldy sections of subfloor and replace with matching plywood.
    6. Install new, matching floor joists or structural supports if needed.
    7. Replace insulation under the floor if it got soaked. Use mold resistant materials.
    8. Clean, sand, and primer subfloor prior to new flooring installation.
    9. Match flooring thickness of replacement boards or underlayment to existing.
    10. Refasten new floor following manufacturer’s directions. Nail/glue perimeter first then work inward.
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