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Avatar for Monk's Home Improvements
Monk's Home Improvements
4.8(
533
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Serving Bridgewater, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Roberto and his team helped us select, paint, and install a large custom french door for our home office. Roberto understood our vision, made the process simple, and handled the project efficiently. Roberto was quick to respond, and showed up exactly when he said he would to make sure his team was on time and understood what we wanted. We are so happy with the way the door came out, and highly recommend Roberto and his team at Monk's."
Wooden double vanity with matching floating shelves and picture-frame wainscoting.
View from entry door. Black free-standing tub and tiled shower. Patterned porcelain tile floor.
View out the window from the claw-foot tub. Deep gray paint on the walls above the wainscoting.
Detailed view of tile used in the shower.
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+35

Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Salazar Construction, Limited Liability Company
5.0(
8
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Serving Bridgewater, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great experience! Fence he repaired for me after a storm looks beautiful. He was quick to respond and easy to work with. Chatted through my options for repair with me and gave me a fair quote. Will be using again! "
Deck With Roof
Deck After
Deck
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Modern Home Improvements, Corp.
4.9(
7
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Serving Bridgewater, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We completely redid our bathroom which included changing the layout, a very complex redo of plumbing lines, new concrete bathroom floor and installation of everything new and shiny. Dave was able to turn around this scary project into a wonderfully crafted beautiful looking bathroom. He is a very super detail oriented passionate artist. The project also included demo and installation of new tiles for the passage outside the bathroom and a new sliding barn door. Unlike other contractors, we had complete freedom in selecting the materials. Dave helped us throughout this tedious process via video calls and texts. Dave also had brilliant ideas and always gave us varying cost effective options for even the tiniest details. He was very transparent and patient with us. Thanks Dave and modern home improvements for this wonderful experience."
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
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Util Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Bridgewater, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Util Construction. Could not be happier with how they reconstructed my deck. The communication was excellent and they showed up on time and finished the project to our expectation. Beautiful workmanship."
Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services Central Jersey
New to Angi

Serving Bridgewater, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Looking for reliable and skilled handyman services in Central Jersey? Look no further than Ace Handyman Services. We are your one-stop shop for a wide range of home improvement projects, big or small. Our experienced and insured professionals can handle everything from fixing leaky faucets to installing new cabinets. \nWe understand that your home is your biggest investment, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship that you can trust. That's why we offer a satisfaction guarantee on all of our services. Our craftsmen combined 100+ years of experience and are background checked, insured, and bonded. But what truly sets us apart is our dedication to exceptional customer service. We take the time to understand your needs and provide you with a free consultation to discuss your project. We'll also work with you to stay within your budget. Don't let those home improvement tasks pile up any longer. Call Ace Handyman Services today and experience the difference for yourself.

Bathtub tile installation
Microwave Installation
Trash drawer
Door knob installation
Sign installation

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Bridgewater, 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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