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Avatar for Deyvin’s Construction, Inc.
Deyvin’s Construction, Inc.
4.9(
83
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew did an excellent job. Work included removing decaying trim at rook line and replacing it with AZEK trim. This will out last me. The crew cleaned up all the debris and left the work area in good shape. David and his crew were excellent and easy to work with. I'll consider hiring them again when I need carpentry work done."
Deck
We repaired this staircase in Medford, Massachusetts, and also sanded it. We painted it. We added two coats of paint. If you'd also like us to help you with your project, let us know. We're here for you.
Railings
Roof replacement
Replace fascia pvc. Replace seamless gutter

+116

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Phalan Construction & The Handyman
Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
353
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bob has successfully completed numerous small and medium sized projects for us including a significant amount of re-siding and insulating, painting, wood gutter repair and maintenance, painting, wood stair railings,exterior threshholds, screen door installation, bathroom fan installation and masonry window wells. Bob is an excellent carpenter, thorough, accomodating and knowledgable. We have enjoyed working with him over the course of the last 20 years and will continue to do so."
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Recent Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
89
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Gaby’s Carpentry! He remodeled all my kids’ closets and pantry, and the results were beyond my expectations. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were top-notch. Very happy with the final outcome!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Robert to install a new set of attic stairs. He arrived at the said time and did a wonderful job. After, he made sure I could operate the stairs without any difficulty. Very professional and polite. Will hire him again for future projects!"
Response time4 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for Sharka Construction
Sharka Construction
4.9(
89
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari repaired my hallway stairs and repaired my hardwood flooring in my apartment. Ari is an excellent conscioustious professional meticulous contractor with an excellent work ethic. He arrived at my house every day on time. He also keep me apprised of every aspect of the job. If you want a job well done call Ariol Sharka."
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.5(
54
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I want to sincerely thank and highly recommend Marco Polo home Builder! While I was selling my house, the buyer’s inspector believed the attic needed repairs. One company quoted me a staggering $15,000. Thankfully, I had a general contractor from MP home Builder come take a look. He spent a lot of time carefully inspecting the attic and determined that it actually met all the requirements — there was only a small issue that needed to be fixed. They only charged $600! From $15,000 to $600 — that’s not just a price difference, it’s a clear example of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. MP home Builder doesn't lie or exaggerate just to make money. They are genuine, responsible, and truly care about doing the right thing. In today's world, a company like this is incredibly rare. What’s more, MP home Builder also does HVAC, furnace, electrical, and other types of work, and their prices are much more reasonable than other companies I’ve dealt with. If you're looking for a company that is honest, detail-oriented, fair in pricing, and trustworthy, this company is absolutely the one to hire!"
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for DeVaux Home Improvement
DeVaux Home Improvement
4.8(
34
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great. Larry listen to what I wanted. Made some suggestions and we went from there. He was very professional and also very detailed He took his time and did the job right. Some of the staid were cracked and all were very noisy. Larry promised they would be very quiet when done. He kept that promise. The stairs are beautiful and very quiet. We highly recommend him and will use him again."
REBUILD STAIRCASE
New treads , trim detail, polyurethane and painting
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE

+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Real Painting & Home Improvement
Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Carlos and his team were amazing! Carlos gave me a fair quote up front and explained what was and was not included in his price so we both knew what to expect. I had a lot of water damage on one portion of my house that was unseen during the original quote. Carlos stopped work showed me the issues and gave me a quote for that work that was fair. Carlos was on site every day to check the work his crew was doing, answer any questions I had and give me an update on progress. Not only would I recommend Carlos to friends and family, I already have him hired for another job I need done and will use him for any carpentry, painting or other house work I need done. He even gave me a great recommendation for gutter installation guys."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+80

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Cambridge, MA

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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