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Hubbell's Carpentry & More
5.0(
12
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Chris was wonderful and the consummate professional. He was friendly and knowledgeable. He explained the process before he began and kept us advised along the way. The deck came out better than we could have hoped.!! It is beautiful and we get alot of compliments from the neighbors. I would recommend Hubbell's Carpentry to anyone...and I already have!"
Table
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement

+214

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.9(
34
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with Art?s work. Great job! He is reliable, professional, hard working, polite & easy to disscuss changes/problems with. He delivers high quality craftsmanship at a fair price. He finished our project very quickly and even worked on the weekend to finish the job. We would highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Prestige Unlimited Contracting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This was a challenging job. Matt stayed with it and did excellent work. He is pleasant and respectful. Maintained regular contact and updates. Demonstrated a strong work ethic and integrity. I would hire him again."
12 x 16 deck
12x16 deck
Deck
12x16 deck
12 x 16 deck

+19

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SAMs Handyman Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired Waseem for a few projects - among them was the installation of a new microwave over our oven and another to fix a leaking sink. Both were urgent (around holidays) and he came over quickly, he was knowledgeable, fair priced and did excellent work. I have recommended him to others. I hope to hire him in the future, as well."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KR Property Management
New to Angi

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Robert is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Albany, NY

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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