we just purchased a new (built 7 years ago) colonial style house and 2 of the carpeted steps on the stairs to the 2nd floor creak when stepped on. No access to area beneath the stairs, don't like idea of pulling carpet up in a relatively new home (plus we're broke from closing costs); any suggestions to end the creaking?

 

If you can isolate the creaking, as to nose, heel, right, left, etc. you can drive 2 1/4" finish trim screws through your carpeting, into the tread and riser, drawing them closer. The screws will require (and may have in the box) a #1 square drive bit. The head will pass through your carpet and won't leave a big hole.

 

I have various drive bits for all head shapes & sizes; wasn't sure what size screw to use and exactly where to drive it. Thanks Chandler

 

find out if stairs are pre build or on site build each one is made different that a start if you add just srcews it may add more creaks

 

Chandler.....trim screws won't grab the carpet yarn?

I hate trying to do anything thru carpet, but thats a good thing to know.

MIK...they also have the 'squeek-no-more ' thing at most hardware stores. I understand (no pers experience) those are supposed to work well.