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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.7(
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Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Great!! Two different handymen, two different occasions. Both men were professional and friendly. Replacing the interior door took some time, and it was worth it! Dean was meticulous (and went up and down the stairs so many times) to make sure the door fit properly in the frame and opened easily over the carpet (which the previous door never did). Separately our front stoop needed repair - pulling off the existing stone/brick that was deteriorating and replacing it with bluestone. James does beautiful work - he is a master in masonry. Coming out of lockdown and having both men show up with all the necessary PPE put me at ease - they were being very careful and following all the guidelines. I've already scheduled them for more work. Well worth the price!!"
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+350

Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Wilber's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We partnered with Wilber’s for external painting and repair. This included replacing wood with composite where necessary and removal of wood shutters and replacement with polypropylene ones. What distinguished this company from others was the following: Danny S. was the estimator and initially met with my husband. Just prior to the start of the project, Danny returned with the foreman Olger A. He went through the project again with us and talked to Olger about job specifics. Olger is an amazing foreman, on time, efficient, skilled, detailed and an excellent project manager. Danny returned mid project to discuss the work with us and review a repair with Olger. They also did extra work for us not covered with the additional estimate which was handled very efficiently. Additionally, they did some picky repairs, such as reattaching a leader to the house, which was appreciated. The result was a beautiful house with great curb appeal – the result of good teamwork. We highly recommend them."
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+30

Response time3 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Integrated Electrical Solutions, LLC
Integrated Electrical Solutions, LLC
4.7(
622
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Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fred the owner and his team are true professionals. I had some repairs needed - not major work but several projects in getting the home ready for listing. Fred and team did a great job in a thoroughly professional manner. I would hire them again!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
1062 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mendoza Home Improvement, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This had to be the best experience we have had with a contractor. Did the job on time, quote was almost exact, and the craftsmanship was great. Thank you Sir "
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STAIRS DEMOLISHED

+2

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Modern Home Improvements, Corp.
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired these company to install curtain rods in my house, they did a great job and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied. I would use them again and recommend them to others."
Amazing Kitchen with upgrades
Kitchen Without upgrades
hardwood Flooring done right
after with new matching Floor
before without the upgrades

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Berkeley Heights, NJ

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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