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Avatar for A.J. Handyman, LLC
A.J. Handyman, LLC
5.0(
34
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Serving Avon, OH and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes AJ got the job done right! He was efficient and courteous! I’m very pleased with the results and would definitely hire him again!"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Avon, OH and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris, was very easy to work with and very professional ! He offered ideas and options for our project.. He built a closet in the primary bath and installed cabinetry in our den. The works was done as promised and on time. "
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Freedom Contracting
5.0(
34
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Serving Avon, OH and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an amazing job and answered all my questions. Spent a lot of time making my bathroom accessible for my mother in law. And they made the shower ADA compliant. "
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
New Tile for Bathroom Remodel
Starting Custom Shower (old laundry room location)
Custom Shower

+156

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Avon, OH

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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