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Steven M on June 2021


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Empire Home Improvement Corp.
1393 Broadway
5.00(
35
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Approved Pro
Empire Home Improvement Corp.
1393 Broadway
5.00(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

At Empire Construction, we focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise as a general contractor to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Rocky and his team did a phenomenal job renovating my newly purchased apartment. It was a total renovation including all rooms, floor, ceiling, walls, etc. and we could not be happier with the outcome. Here are the things you can expect when working with Rocky: -Transparency and flexibility in pricing -Consistent updates and communications throughout the projects -Notified early in case there are any potential issues -Timeliness and reliability, they do their best to get the job done within your time frame Rocky provided a very thorough assessment of the project up front, and even took a few measurements early before providing a quote. He had a very detailed scope document and was very honest and transparent when there were scope changes. Most importantly, he cares that you will be happy with the project, and sent his crew multiple times after the project completed to help out with minor touch ups. I highly recommend Empire Home Improvement for anything you need and will definitely be working with them again in the future. Thank you Rocky for all your help with our home!"

Yohanes S on January 2021

At Empire Construction, we focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise as a general contractor to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Rocky and his team did a phenomenal job renovating my newly purchased apartment. It was a total renovation including all rooms, floor, ceiling, walls, etc. and we could not be happier with the outcome. Here are the things you can expect when working with Rocky: -Transparency and flexibility in pricing -Consistent updates and communications throughout the projects -Notified early in case there are any potential issues -Timeliness and reliability, they do their best to get the job done within your time frame Rocky provided a very thorough assessment of the project up front, and even took a few measurements early before providing a quote. He had a very detailed scope document and was very honest and transparent when there were scope changes. Most importantly, he cares that you will be happy with the project, and sent his crew multiple times after the project completed to help out with minor touch ups. I highly recommend Empire Home Improvement for anything you need and will definitely be working with them again in the future. Thank you Rocky for all your help with our home!"

Yohanes S on January 2021


Charles A Arnold
44 Jackson St.
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Charles A Arnold
44 Jackson St.
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

former home builder.expert cartpenter

"Charles was a pleasure to work with on our deck repair project. His pricing was reasonable, he was friendly and easy to deal with, and we are very pleased with the results. I would definitely recommend Charles to others and wouldn't hesitate to utilize his services in the future."

Mike M on May 2025

former home builder.expert cartpenter

"Charles was a pleasure to work with on our deck repair project. His pricing was reasonable, he was friendly and easy to deal with, and we are very pleased with the results. I would definitely recommend Charles to others and wouldn't hesitate to utilize his services in the future."

Mike M on May 2025


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Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
13 Sylvan Street
4.97(
88
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Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
13 Sylvan Street
4.97(
88
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great team. Great work. Professional, thoughtful, and on time. Reasonable pricing and helpful with planning out the best work to meet your budget."

Bryant R on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great team. Great work. Professional, thoughtful, and on time. Reasonable pricing and helpful with planning out the best work to meet your budget."

Bryant R on April 2025


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Royal Contracting
70 Country Club Road
4.67(
29
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Royal Contracting
70 Country Club Road
4.67(
29
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Welcome to Royal Contracting. We have over 20 years of experience in the home improvement industry. We are a growing company who makes customer satisfaction a priority. We take pride in the work we do and we treat every project as if it was our own. Give us a call today for your free estimate! Our minimum to come out is $250.

"Internal house painting wall plastering and general hanging doors mirrors and rails for drapes. They arrived on time. Worked extra hours to ensure completion of the bucket list as we had guests arriving. I plan to use the service in the future"

Joan C on April 2025

Welcome to Royal Contracting. We have over 20 years of experience in the home improvement industry. We are a growing company who makes customer satisfaction a priority. We take pride in the work we do and we treat every project as if it was our own. Give us a call today for your free estimate! Our minimum to come out is $250.

"Internal house painting wall plastering and general hanging doors mirrors and rails for drapes. They arrived on time. Worked extra hours to ensure completion of the bucket list as we had guests arriving. I plan to use the service in the future"

Joan C on April 2025


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Gunn Carpentry Inc
320 D Street Apt 230
5.00(
7
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Gunn Carpentry Inc
320 D Street Apt 230
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
48 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Gunn Carpentry Inc are a general contracting/carpentry company. We do basically everything from kitchen installations, all aspects of trim work including door installations to all types of stair work. We also build decks and install siding. To say the least, we are a frame to finish company. We have been doing carpentry since 2005 and Gunn Carpentry has been in business since 2023 and we are fully licensed and insured.

"Rebuilt wooden stair step. Beautiful work! He knew exactly the wood type from the photo and was very responsive. Very competent. Would definitely hire again."

William G on March 2025

Gunn Carpentry Inc are a general contracting/carpentry company. We do basically everything from kitchen installations, all aspects of trim work including door installations to all types of stair work. We also build decks and install siding. To say the least, we are a frame to finish company. We have been doing carpentry since 2005 and Gunn Carpentry has been in business since 2023 and we are fully licensed and insured.

"Rebuilt wooden stair step. Beautiful work! He knew exactly the wood type from the photo and was very responsive. Very competent. Would definitely hire again."

William G on March 2025


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Handyman Connection of South Shore
819 Washington Street
4.66(
64
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Handyman Connection of South Shore
819 Washington Street
4.66(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
82 local quotes requested

Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and restoration project dreams a reality today. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of handyman connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today.

"Easy to work with and project was done quickly"

Tim C on March 2025

Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and restoration project dreams a reality today. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of handyman connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today.

"Easy to work with and project was done quickly"

Tim C on March 2025


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Dseventy3 Construction, LLC
31 Mystic St, Unit 1
4.97(
18
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Approved Pro
Dseventy3 Construction, LLC
31 Mystic St, Unit 1
4.97(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for decks of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jorge listened to all of our concerns and the process of demoing and constructing a new deck was headache free. When there was potential for delays he was very up front. Overall very satisfied with the work Jorge and his team did."

Charles J on March 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for decks of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jorge listened to all of our concerns and the process of demoing and constructing a new deck was headache free. When there was potential for delays he was very up front. Overall very satisfied with the work Jorge and his team did."

Charles J on March 2025


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Blackdog Builders, Inc.
7 Red Roof Lane
4.08(
6
)
Approved Pro
Blackdog Builders, Inc.
7 Red Roof Lane
4.08(
6
)
Approved Pro
16 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025


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Mr. Handyman of Lowell, Andover & Haverhill
30 Westech Dr
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Mr. Handyman of Lowell, Andover & Haverhill
30 Westech Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
50 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Welcome to Mr. Handyman, where professional, safe, reliable handyman service for your entire "To Do" list is just one call away. That's why local residents choose our professional handymen, who specialize in ALL major and minor home repairs over an independent handyman. Mr. Handyman, is your one stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time.

"Very knowledgable, very professional. Work was communicated well and done to perfection. Highly recommend"

Charan F on December 2024

Welcome to Mr. Handyman, where professional, safe, reliable handyman service for your entire "To Do" list is just one call away. That's why local residents choose our professional handymen, who specialize in ALL major and minor home repairs over an independent handyman. Mr. Handyman, is your one stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time.

"Very knowledgable, very professional. Work was communicated well and done to perfection. Highly recommend"

Charan F on December 2024

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Wood stairs and railings installations and replacements FAQs

A standard outdoor handrail installation takes an average of eight hours for a professional to complete a five to 10-foot section. This includes time for proper measurement, securing mounting hardware, and ensuring the railing is level and stable. 

More complex installations involving multiple sections or challenging mounting surfaces may require additional time. Weather conditions can also affect the timeline, particularly for installations requiring concrete work or certain adhesives that need specific temperatures to cure properly.

Aluminum offers the best combination of weather resistance and value for outdoor handrails. Unlike wood, it won't rot, warp, or require regular sealing, and unlike steel or iron, it naturally resists rust without special coatings. Vinyl and composite materials also perform well in various weather conditions, but may not provide the same structural strength as metal options. 

For coastal areas with salt exposure or regions with extreme temperature fluctuations, powder-coated aluminum provides excellent durability with minimal maintenance requirements.

Most localities require building permits for outdoor handrail installations, especially for front entrances or elevated decks. Permit costs range from $20 to $30, though requirements vary significantly by location. Building codes specify requirements for handrail height (36 to 42 inches), spacing between balusters (less than four inches), and load-bearing capacity. 

Checking with your local building department before beginning installation helps ensure your project will meet all safety requirements and avoid potential fines or required modifications later.

Building codes often require handrails for any elevated surface that rises more than 30 inches above ground level. Additionally, many local regulations mandate railings for staircases with multiple steps, particularly in areas accessible to the public. 

Even if your steps don't meet the minimum height requirement for mandatory railings, adding handrails significantly improves safety for all users, especially during inclement weather or at night. A local building inspector or contractor can evaluate your specific situation and advise on both code requirements and safety recommendations.

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