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Avatar for Dseventy3 Construction, LLC
Dseventy3 Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jorge ad crew did an amazing job. I had an older deck that needed a lot of repairs. They did all the work and -painted it within a very reasonable time! Looks like a brand-new deck for Half for the money! I would recommend for sure! Thank you!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bob has done numerous projects for our old house over the years mainly carpentry, and most recently to replace cedar siding on a large area of the house. Bob does excellent carpentry and finish work and is an extremely hard worker. He has also done wood gutter repair, cleaning and sealing, hung exterior doors and installed exterior wood railings for us. The various projects have involved a significant amount of high exterior painting. He has a wide range of skills and excellent problem-solving ability. Because of this history, we have a lot of trust that Bob will do an excellent job at whatever project he accepts. "
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gaby's Carpentry
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

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"Gaby did an amazing job constructing our deck! It came out beautifully. I highly recommend him as a carpenter. He was honest and I completely trusted him. "
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Russell Remodeling and Restoration
5.0(
34
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"The quality of the work was excellent. They cleaned up the work area every day after they worked and we are very pleased with the deck post replacement and trim board wrapping of the posts. Highly recommend and would employ them again if needed."
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Response time2 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Humberto Morais
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Beto (Humberto Morais) Beto built a staircase and replaced and my home soffits. He explained the work he was doing and completed the work on the exact days he told me. He built the stairs very strong with excellent heavy duty wood. He also replaced all the roof soffits and made repairs as needed. I have already received complements on the work he has done and the looks of it. The price was very reasonable also. Beto was extremely polite, professional and pleasant working in his job. I will definitely hire him again. Marty Dunlavey"
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+77

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"Carlos and his team were amazing! Carlos gave me a fair quote up front and explained what was and was not included in his price so we both knew what to expect. I had a lot of water damage on one portion of my house that was unseen during the original quote. Carlos stopped work showed me the issues and gave me a quote for that work that was fair. Carlos was on site every day to check the work his crew was doing, answer any questions I had and give me an update on progress. Not only would I recommend Carlos to friends and family, I already have him hired for another job I need done and will use him for any carpentry, painting or other house work I need done. He even gave me a great recommendation for gutter installation guys."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I want to sincerely thank and highly recommend Marco Polo home Builder! While I was selling my house, the buyer’s inspector believed the attic needed repairs. One company quoted me a staggering $15,000. Thankfully, I had a general contractor from MP home Builder come take a look. He spent a lot of time carefully inspecting the attic and determined that it actually met all the requirements — there was only a small issue that needed to be fixed. They only charged $600! From $15,000 to $600 — that’s not just a price difference, it’s a clear example of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. MP home Builder doesn't lie or exaggerate just to make money. They are genuine, responsible, and truly care about doing the right thing. In today's world, a company like this is incredibly rare. What’s more, MP home Builder also does HVAC, furnace, electrical, and other types of work, and their prices are much more reasonable than other companies I’ve dealt with. If you're looking for a company that is honest, detail-oriented, fair in pricing, and trustworthy, this company is absolutely the one to hire!"
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Lexington kitchen
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Lexington kitchen

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Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Arlington, MA

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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