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Nate's Home Improvement And Services
4.8(
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Serving Blue Ridge, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nathan Lavender did an excellent job building the 25' x 12' deck on the back of my house. From start to finish, he was easy to communicate with and truly collaborative throughout the process. What stood out most was his instinct to ask thoughtful questions whenever something unexpected came up or when he saw an opportunity to improve the design. It never felt like a one-sided project. It felt like a partnership. His attention to detail, openness to ideas, and ability to adapt in real time made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The final result speaks for itself. Solid craftsmanship and a space I’m genuinely excited to use. Highly recommend working with Nathan if you want someone who brings both skill and good judgment to the table"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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PV Painting and Repairs
4.9(
21
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Serving Blue Ridge, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pedro provided a detailed list of materials and price quote his crew was on time and when done all waste was removed and area cleaned "
Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Michael Lodato Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Blue Ridge, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"Mike did a great job on my project. Always arrived when he said he would and communicated any issues or problems. Job was done professionally and to my expectations. "
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Blue Ridge Home Improvement, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Blue Ridge, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Blue Ridge Home Improvement came out the next day after contacting them for an estimate, took measurements and sent me a contract the next day, that is the last contact I have had with them. It has been 2 months since I signed the contract and I have emailed them twice with no response. Company has no integrity."
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Response time1 day
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Blue Ridge, GA

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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