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Inland Empire Floor Repair

Hardwood Floor Repair

Water damage, scratches, squeaks, and gouges - repaired so the patch is invisible.

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Hardwood Floor Repair Across the Inland Empire

Water damage, scratches, squeaks, and gouges - repaired so the patch is invisible.

For 20+ years, Monteros Hardwood Flooring has been the family-owned flooring crew Inland Empire homeowners call when they want it done right the first time. Every job comes with a written, itemized estimate, on-time crews, daily clean-up, and a lifetime workmanship guarantee.

Repaired and refinished hardwood floor in a formal living room

What's Included

  • Board-by-board replacement - no full-room redo required
  • Stain matching to surrounding floor
  • Squeak diagnosis and silent fix from above (no ceiling damage)
  • Pet stain and water damage specialists
  • Honest assessment - we'll tell you when refinish or replace makes more sense
Hardwood floor with seamless board replacement across a large space

How a Project Starts

Every floor repair project starts the same way - a free, in-home walk-through where we measure, talk through species and finish, and answer every question you have. No rushed quotes, no high-pressure sales script. The estimate you sign is the price you pay.

Hardwood floor mid-repair, freshly sanded for board matching

Why Inland Empire Homes Choose Us

Hot, dry summers and cool, damp winters chew through cheaply installed floors. We acclimate every board on-site, moisture-test the subfloor, and choose the right adhesive or fastener pattern for the climate - the kind of detail that separates a floor that lasts decades from one that cups, gaps, or peaks in two summers.

Hardwood floor showing seamlessly patched boards woven into the existing pattern

The Same Crew, Every Time

Whether you're matching a 1950's parquet, fitting wide-plank European oak, or putting waterproof LVP into a busy family kitchen, the same crew shows up with the same standards. That consistency is why we still get calls from customers we worked for fifteen years ago.

Built Around Your Schedule

We give you a real start date, a real finish date, and the crew lead's direct line. No mystery delays, no subcontractor handoffs. If something changes, you hear it from us first.

Our Floor Repair Process

Every project follows the same clear, predictable steps from estimate to walk-through.

  1. 01

    Diagnose the cause

    A leak, a settling subfloor, a missed nail - we find the why before fixing the what.

  2. 02

    Source matching boards

    We pull from local distributors to match species, grade, and width.

  3. 03

    Cut out, patch in

    Damaged boards removed cleanly. New boards woven in with the existing pattern.

  4. 04

    Stain match + finish

    Custom-stained to blend, sealed to match surrounding sheen.

  5. 05

    Final inspection

    You shouldn't be able to find the patch from across the room. That's the bar.

Floor Repair FAQ

Will the repair be visible? +
Done right, no. We match species, grade, width, and stain - and weave the patch into the existing board pattern rather than blocking it in. Stand 6 feet back, you won't spot it.
Can you fix water damage? +
Usually yes, if the damage is caught before mold sets in. We replace cupped or stained boards, treat the subfloor, and address the water source if needed. Severe wide-area damage may call for a refinish or partial replacement.
My floors squeak - can you fix that? +
Almost always. Most squeaks come from boards rubbing against each other or against subfloor nails. We diagnose from above (no ceiling work needed) and silence the squeak with screws designed to break off below the floor surface.
What about deep gouges and pet damage? +
Small gouges can be filled and finished. Larger areas - especially urine stains that have soaked through - need board replacement. We assess in person and quote both options.
Should I repair or refinish? +
If damage is in 2 – 3 areas, repair. If it's widespread or the whole finish is worn out, refinish makes more sense and often costs less per square foot. We'll tell you straight which path fits.

Areas We Serve

We bring floor repair to homes across the Inland Empire - find your city.

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What Inland Empire Homeowners Say

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"I highly recommend Monteros Hardwood Flooring. They refinished the hardwood floors at our Redlands home and they look new and we are extremely happy with the results. Javier communicated regularly throughout the project. His team is professional, efficient and very prompt and the work was finished in a timely manner. We are very pleased with the results and we highly recommend them."

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Kari Morgan
Redlands · Hardwood Refinishing

"Easy to work with, on time and at the very fair quoted price. Javier honored an older quote and delivered amazing results. Highly recommended."

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David Thurston
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"We had such a great experience with Monteros Hardwood Flooring! Javier, the owner, and his team were super friendly and easy to work with. They really listened to what we wanted and made sure everything was perfect. The floors turned out amazing - so much better than we expected. Their attention to detail was impressive, and you can tell they take pride in their work. If you're looking to get your floors refinished, I can't recommend them enough!"

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Bao Wallace
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"Another local hardwood refinisher flaked on me like 3 days before the scheduled job, but Javier and his guys came on short notice and got my 1,050 sq ft job done in 2 and a half days. They were total pros and my floors look and feel incredible. Communication was stellar as well. Highly recommend their services!"

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William Perkins
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"Awesome crew! They work together like a machine - kind, courteous, pay attention to detail and very productive. They were on time and did a master job. I would only use these guys for future projects."

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Bob Entrikin
Inland Empire · Hardwood Installation

"Absolutely beautiful! I would highly recommend anybody that is looking for flooring. They were all extremely nice and friendly, work fast and clean. It was a smooth transition from our old flooring to the new."

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April Largaespada
Inland Empire · Flooring Installation
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