Singapore · From $350
Wood & Timber Staircase Repair in Singapore
A damaged timber staircase is a safety problem as well as an eyesore. A loose tread can tip, a split nosing can catch a heel, and gaps only get wider. We repair wood and timber staircases across Singapore, from HDB maisonettes and condo duplexes to landed terraces and shophouses. Broken pieces are replaced with matching timber, loose treads are re-fixed, and the repair is sanded and varnished to blend in. Repairs start from $350.
Timber staircase repairs we do
- Broken, cracked or split tread pieces replaced
- Loose, rocking or hollow-sounding treads re-glued and re-fixed
- Creaky steps silenced
- Dog-chewed or chipped nosings cut back and spliced
- Deep scratches, dents and gouges filled or inserted
- Gaps between boards closed or filled
- Black water stains and pet urine marks treated or replaced
- Repairs sanded, colour-matched and varnished to blend in
Signs you need this
- A tread that moves, rocks or sounds hollow
- Creaking on certain steps
- Cracks, splits or pieces missing at the nosing
- Gaps opening between boards
- Chew marks, deep scratches or black stains
What we repair, by problem
Broken or cracked stair treads
Split, cracked or missing pieces replaced with matching timber.
Dog-chewed stairs
Chewed nosings and edges, claw marks and pet urine stains.
Scratches and dents
From light scuffs to deep gouges from moving furniture.
Discoloured stairs
Grey worn paths, sun fade, black water marks, yellowed varnish.
Why timber stairs get damaged
Singapore's humidity makes timber swell and shrink through the year, so the glue under treads and strips slowly lets go and gaps open. Stairs also take concentrated wear: every person steps on the same spot, and the nosing takes the knocks from shoes, vacuum cleaners, furniture and pets. Water from mopping, plant pots or a leak at a window can soak into worn treads and turn them black. Most of this can be repaired without replacing the whole staircase.
How a staircase repair works
- You WhatsApp us photos of the damaged steps, including a close-up and one of the whole flight.
- We confirm a price, or visit to check for loose treads and hidden damage.
- Damaged pieces are cut out cleanly, old glue is removed and new matching timber is glued and pinned in.
- After the glue cures, the repair is sanded flush and shaped to match the nosing profile.
- We stain to match where needed and varnish the repaired steps, or polish the whole flight so everything looks even.
Wood Staircase Repair cost
| Service | Price (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Staircase repair (broken pieces, loose treads, nosings, scratches) | From $350* |
| Polishing the whole flight afterwards | From $350 per flight* |
| Full tread replacement or extensive damage | Quoted after inspection |
*Indicative starting rates. Final price depends on the number of steps, the condition of the stairs, the repairs needed and the finish you choose. A flight is one run of steps between floors, up to about 16 steps. The price we confirm on WhatsApp is the price you pay.
Timeline
- Wait to start
- Usually 3 to 7 days after you confirm
- Time on site
- Most repairs take 2 to 6 hours. Glue needs about 24 hours before the area is sanded and varnished
How a job works
- WhatsApp us 3 or 4 photos of your stairs: the whole flight, a close-up of the damage and the most-used step.
- Get a price. We reply with an estimate the same day, or visit within 1 to 3 days to check for loose treads.
- Book a date. Jobs usually start 3 to 7 days after you confirm.
- We repair first, then polish or sand and varnish, in stages so you can still use the stairs.
- Inspect together and pay by PayNow or bank transfer once you're happy.
Before we arrive
- Clear anything stored on the steps and the landing.
- Remove stair runners, mats and baby gates.
- Tell us about loose, clicking or damaged steps you've noticed.
- Plan where pets and young children will be during the work.
- If this is your only staircase, tell us so we can plan the stages.
Aftercare
Repaired pieces look fresher than the steps around them until the whole flight is polished. Many customers book the repair and staircase polishing together so the stairs look even.
- Staircases onlyRepairs, polishing, sanding, staining
- Price before workConfirmed on WhatsApp
- From $350 per flightRepairs from $350
- Use your stairsWork done in stages
Wood Staircase Repair photos from recent jobs
Real photos from our recent staircase jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does wood staircase repair cost?
Timber staircase repairs start from $350. The final price depends on how many steps are damaged, whether matching timber has to be found, and whether you want the whole flight polished afterwards (from $350 per flight).
Can you match my existing timber?
We carry common species used on Singapore stairs, such as teak, nyatoh, merbau, chengal, oak and balau. For rare or very old timber we look for a close match and use stain to blend the colour.
Do I need to replace the whole staircase?
Rarely. Most damage is limited to a few treads or nosings, which we repair or replace one by one. Replacing a whole staircase is only worth considering when the structure underneath is rotten or termite-damaged.
Why does my staircase creak?
Usually a tread has come loose from the step below it, or two pieces are rubbing. We re-glue and re-fix the tread so it can't move.
Can you repair engineered timber or laminate stairs?
Engineered timber steps can be repaired and lightly sanded. Laminate nosings and treads can't be sanded, so damaged pieces are replaced. Send a photo and we'll tell you what you have.
Other staircase services
Staircase Polishing
Buff, clean and re-varnish worn timber stairs in a day. From $350 per flight.
From $350 per flightBroken Tread Repair
Cracked, split or missing pieces on stair treads replaced with matching timber.
From $350Dog-Chewed Stairs
Chewed nosings, claw marks and pet stains repaired and refinished.
From $350Scratch & Dent Repair
Scuffs, scratches, dents and gouges in timber stairs removed or filled.
From $350Discoloured Stairs
Grey worn paths, sun fade, black water marks and yellowed varnish restored.
From $350Sanding & Varnishing
For worn-through stairs: sanded to bare timber, sealed and varnished like new.
Quoted after inspectionParquet Staircase
Parquet and strip-timber clad steps and landings polished to match your floors.
From $350 per flightStaining & Colour Change
Walnut, dark or two-tone treads with white risers, tested on a patch first.
Quoted after inspectionWant your staircase fixed and looking new again?
Send 3 or 4 photos of your stairs on WhatsApp, including a close-up of the damage, and get a price, usually the same day.