Water & Pet Damage Repair
Don't Replace Your Floors — Restore Them
Water leaks, flooding, and pet accidents are the most damaging things that can happen to a hardwood floor. But in many cases, replacement isn't necessary — targeted board replacement, subfloor treatment, and full refinishing can restore your floors to beautiful condition.
Ramos Wood Floors diagnoses both the floor damage and the moisture source before any repair work begins. We don't just fix what you can see — we make sure the underlying problem is solved so the damage doesn't return.
What's Included
Everything Covered in This Service
Moisture Investigation
We identify the source of water damage and confirm it's been resolved before any repair work begins.
Damage Assessment
Affected boards are identified and mapped. We determine what can be saved and what needs replacement.
Board Replacement
Severely damaged, black-stained, or structurally compromised boards are removed and replaced.
Subfloor Treatment
Subfloor beneath pet-stained areas is treated with enzymatic cleaner and sealed before new boards go in.
Sanding & Refinishing
Repaired area is sanded, stained to match, and refinished — blended into the surrounding floor.
2-Year Guarantee
All repair work covered by our 2-year workmanship guarantee.
How It Works
Our Step-by-Step Process
Source Investigation
We find the moisture source — leak, flooding, or pet — and confirm it's been stopped before repair begins.
Drying Period (water damage)
We allow affected boards to dry fully (typically 2–7 days with fans and dehumidifier) before assessing final damage.
Damage Mapping
Affected boards are marked; we determine which can be saved by sanding and which must be replaced.
Board Removal & Subfloor Treatment
Damaged boards removed. Subfloor is cleaned, treated for odor (enzymatic cleaner), and sealed with shellac to lock in any remaining odor.
Board Replacement
New boards in matching species and width are installed and secured.
Sanding, Staining & Refinishing
Repaired area and surrounding floor are sanded, stained to match, and refinished for a cohesive result.
Materials & Products
What We Use on Every Project
Replacement boards match original species (typically oak) and width. Subfloor treatment uses enzymatic cleaner to break down urine proteins followed by Zinsser BIN shellac primer to seal odor. Finish coats use Bona Traffic HD or matched waterborne product.
Common Problems We Fix
Floor Issues We Solve
Cupped Boards from Water
Cupping (boards bowing at edges) is often reversible with proper drying and sanding — no replacement needed.
Pet Urine Black Stains
Deep black pet stains require board replacement. We replace and seal to eliminate odor permanently.
Flooding or Pipe Leak Damage
We assess the extent of damage and repair what's salvageable after moisture is fully resolved.
New Squeaks After Water Exposure
Water swells and warps subfloor panels — we refasten and level before surface repair begins.
Persistent Pet Odor
Enzymatic treatment and shellac sealing of the subfloor eliminates odor at the source, not just on the surface.
Gapping After Drying
After water damage dries, boards can gap or split. We fill or replace as needed.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Service Areas
We Come to You Across the Rockford Region
Serving homeowners and businesses in Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle counties.
Free Estimate
Get Your Free, No-Obligation Estimate
Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you within 24 hours with honest pricing and a plan. No pressure, no surprises.
- Free in-home estimate — no obligation
- 2-year workmanship guarantee
- Licensed & fully insured in Illinois
- 8 years of hands-on experience
- Owner Harnol Ramos on every job
- Serving all Rockford-area communities
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(917) 957-0253