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Philip Home Improvements LLC
5.0(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After having a contractor walk out on me without finishing the job I dealt with this hideous stair case. That was up until I met Phillip! I found him on Angi & within just a few days he was able to come and evaluate the work that I needed. Not only on the stair case but other unfinished project in just 2 days he completely flipped my home. Mounted my TV, installed new baseboard and trim, finished my flooring (also redoing the questionable DIY areas I did myself) and gave me this beautiful stairs case. Not only did he pick up the supplies for me but also stained and painted it all. He is meticulous in his work and takes pride in each project he does. Truly a great person and handy man to keep around. He is both trustworthy and reliable. Needless to say I will be calling Phillip for all future projects. Thanks so much again."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Reichardt Remodeling
4.6(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his son did a great job repairing a damaged plaster wall. The wall looks new! They also removed a wall/window AC unit and installed window, complete with beautiful new trim around the window. They had to remove siding and cut through the exterior wall of the house to enlarge the opening for the new window. The finished job looks beautiful."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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HandyHelpers
4.8(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark Snyder at Handy Helpers LLC did a fantastic job on our remodel in Downingtown, PA. I shared my vision with him for the space, and he executed it beautifully. Mark was professional, prompt, and his price was very reasonable. I would hire him again without question and recommend him to friends and family!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Closets
5.0(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dale's designs were equal to or better than suggestions from other contractors, and his work and materials were high quality.  We were happy with the work and would not hesitate to use Custom Closets again.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aaron's Exterior Solutions, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They completed a variety of tasks for me aside from the roofing. They repaired my siding, put on covered gutters, and repaired my fence. They can do many things. Just ask!"
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+47

Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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JS Home Remodeling & Repairs -
5.0(
7
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"I had taken a photo of our kitchen to the leading kitchen design show case shops in our area. I couldn't get anyone to seriously look at or even offer any suggestions because our kitchen project wasn't worth their time. Jim took our old kitchen and turned it into a beautiful kitchen that looks amazing to anyone that knew how bad it was originally. Jim made several suggestions that let us stay within our price range and yet enjoy a kitchen of luxury. Special thanks to Jim and Orrie for their creativity, thoughtfulness, and resourcefulness. We were really lucky to have found them on Home Advisory and you will to if you request their services."
Custom Kitchen Cabinets by JS Home Remolding
Custom Kitchen Cabinets by JS Home Remolding
Custom Kitchen Cabinets by JS Home Remolding
Custom Kitchen Cabinets by JS Home Remolding
Custom Kitchen Cabinets by JS Home Remolding

+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Akron, PA

Hiring a pro to refinish wooden stairs means labor makes up 20% to 30% of your total budget. That price covers sanding, staining, and sealing each step. In most cases, a certified refinisher can tackle a 10-step staircase in about two hours, then apply stain and sealant for a durable, eye-catching finish that stands up to daily traffic.

A pro can sand a standard 10-step staircase in roughly two hours, then needs another four to six hours for each coat of stain and sealant to dry. DIYers should budget up to a week for sanding, staining, and sealing in stages. With a crew on site, the bulk of the work is completed in a single day, minimizing disruptions while still achieving a high-quality finish.

It’s possible to refinish stairs without full-scale sanding by using chemical strippers, power buffers, or simply layering a fresh finish over the existing coat. Chemical strippers break down old stains and sealants, while buffers quickly shave off surface material. Even so, a quick hand-sand with fine-grit paper helps the new finish bond properly and look smooth. As always, suit up in protective gear and follow product directions to keep your wood—and yourself—safe.

For most stair projects, you’ll want two sandpaper grits. Begin with 80- to 120-grit to strip the old finish and even out rough spots, then move to 150- to 220-grit for a smooth, ready-for-stain surface. A power sander speeds up the coarse pass, but switches to hand sanding with the fine grit in corners and along edges to keep abrasion even and give stain or sealer something to grab onto.

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