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Advantage Home Repair
4.78(
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In business since 2014

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Customers say: Quick response

"Very prompt and professional service. Gave me a accurate estimate and came by a few times before the installation to make sure everything was going to work correctly. Very impressive work and customer service. Would highly recommend this business if you need any home repair or installation"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Clark Handyman & Carpentry
5.00(
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In business since 2018

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Customers say: Quality work

"We hired Brian to fix our leaky windows. We weren't sure it could even be done. But he improvised something using weatherstripping, and our home is nice and warm now as the wind howls outside at 20 degrees. He worked quickly and kept us informed every step of the way. We are extremely pleased."
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Joshua Indermuehle
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Angi Approved

In business since 0

I'm a carpenter, handyman, and Builder with 30 years experience working in and around the Portland area. I can handle anything from small handyman projects to additions and garages, I have a lot of experience doing full remodels, additions, roofing and siding, decks, built-in Cabinetry, and sheds.

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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.77(
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In business since 2003

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"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Buxton, ME

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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