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Avatar for JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
5.0(
42
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He showed up on time and repaired my squeaky stair treads. He cleaned after he finished his work. I am very satisfied with the repairs."
Repair and paint the deck
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Cedar Siding Enclosure
Porch Stairs and Bench

+1

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Forest Flooring
4.9(
106
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my stairs done. Orest was on time and I always knew what to expect. Very fair price and the job was done on time. I am very pleased with my new stairs. I would definitely recommend Orest Flooring to my family and friends."
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Kitchen Floor Repair
Kitchen Floor Repair
Family Room
Family Room

+33

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.8(
343
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic! Repair man was very helpful, friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. Would definitely use and recommend ."
Siding repair
Light replacement commercial
Deck rotten wood replacement
Gate repair
Gutters cleaned

+1135

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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G Remodeling
5.0(
11
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: Quality work

"Joseph is a true artisan in wood craftsmanship. He built a custom set of stairway posts and ballisters and handrails.He was very attentive to details and the end result is exquisite, truly a custom job I will always be proud of every time a visitor enters my home and the first thing they will notice is this magnificent work of art. I have already made arrangements to have Joseph work on other future projects in my home. "
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
Other project

+106

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Studio Floors
5.0(
9
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Peter is phenomenal! Very professional and detail oriented. My new stairs are perfect I couldn’t be more happy. Peter was always on time, did the job perfectly and very very clean. Just his van telling everything - extremely organized. Highly recommend!"
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling

+65

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Repaired & Relieved, LLC
4.8(
15
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick initial response... quick to schedule estimate... was able to do repair at time of estimate for a very reasonable price!!"
Beautiful custom cedar ceiling and accents
Beautiful complete aluminum railing system
Front Porch Update
Front Porch Updates
New Metal Chimney

+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
39
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Honest, good price, and quality work. They want what’s best for their customer and are skilled in installing doors and trim work. Thanks again!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.5(
274
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Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I am extremely pleased with the floor repair completed by Mr. Handyman technician Scott Lorenz. Scott is a thorough, skilled professional who was able to fix a difficult problem with my laminate wood flooring in less than 2 hours. I would recommend Mr. Handyman of Wheaton without reservation and would hire them again."
Balcony railing
Repair wood rot on garage
Barn Door
Chimney Caulk
Install Nest Thermostat

+1676

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Arlington Heights, IL

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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