Six months ago my wife and I moved into a 2-story pre-owned home, custom build in 2015. We noticed over the last few days there is a spot on our 2nd floor master bedroom that makes a popping sound when we walk over it. The floor may have creaked before, but only in the last few days has it become an audible pop.
Here is a short link to video so you can see/hear.
It has recently started getting hot here (western pennsylvania) and we're wondering if this is seasonal (ie. just the house adjusting to changing humidity) or a more ominous sign. The popping does occur over/near a metal duct.
Looking for advice on what the problem could likely be and the recommended course of action. We're getting in touch with the original builder to see if floor repairs would be part of our home warranty for example.
Thanks
Best Answer
If your home warranty covers it, that would be the way to go - get the builder to get it right as it should have been the first time. It's even possible that trying a DIY fix may void part or all of your warranty. That's something you'll definitely want to check into for future reference, too.
If your warranty won't cover it or you want to tackle it on your own anyway, this article lists several causes for noisy floors and some suggested solutions:
Hardwood floors
Floor pops or oil-can noise
Squeaking floors
Squeak or tick at a wall