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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

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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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

"We have had Phelan Construction do numerous house improvements for us over the years. Most recently it involved wood gutter repair, wood steps, railing, hanging screen doors, soffit and fascia repair, and painting. Previously Bob replaced siding on a large area of our house with new cedar siding. We have always been more than happy with Bob's work ethic, quality of work and overall pleasantness."
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Recent Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%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

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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(
88
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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

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of the damage to m wall. Ariol is extremely competent and his expertise is without question. More than that I found to Ariol to be one of the most respectful and polite contractors I have ever met."
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%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

"The entire job from start to finish took three months... not bad for a hundred year old house. Plumbing and electric work was very reliable. They also have a very talented woodworker who was able to reuse much of the original wood to repair a window sill, trim, and baseboard. Whenever we had any concerns they were addressed promptly and to our satisfaction. They also had a beautiful selection of cabinets and granite counter tops to choose from. We would absolutely use them again. Very happy with the outcome."
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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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

"Larry Devaux did an excellent job on my stairs, despite a short period and quick deadline that i gave him. He worked very hard each day and put a lot of effort and detail into making my stairs look really nice, and he gave a very fair price as well. I would recommend Larry for any home improvement needs"
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
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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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