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Avatar for Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.8(
281
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project was somewhat of a last minute repair from a kitchen demolition. Mr Vazquez responded quickly and kept in touch throughout the process. He and his crew were prompt and courteous. I would contract his services again."
Response time3 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
L&L CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
6
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used L and L Construction over several years for both large and small jobs including gutting and renovating a bath, replacing a deck, installing hardwood and vinyl flooring, replacing several ceilings including a peaked great room ceiling, installing entry, interior and storm doors, and a lovely renovation of a screened in porch. His craftmanship is impeccable. His attention to detail is exemplary. He is always on time and finishes every job within the agreed upon time frame. We have recommended him to friends without hesitation. His estimates are very reasonable and accurate."
Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Carbone Construction
5.0(
10
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very good to deal with, and so was his crew. All work was completed with care and precision. We could not be happier. We will definitely be using them for our next project."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steadfast Carpentry LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Pat masterfully sealed our windows against ants and water damage. He found the most cost efficient way to prevent further damage and fixed the already present damage -saving us a lot of money (we didn’t have to buy new windows!). We then hired him again to fix water damage in a closet with the same results. It was a pleasure working with Pat from beginning to end. His work is reliable and, even more important, so is his word. He finds a cost saving way to do what is needed, explaining the whole way through, and then sees the job until the very end. It’s a pleasure having park on the job because he is so polite and brings a positive energy. His patience, amiability, and experience make a powerful combination. Through demonstrative reliability, Pat has become “our guy” for all house-related work. We highly recommend him"
The final product.
After
Jim's New Back Porch
After
The custom balusters before top plates were installed on the railing.

+54

Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Westside Building and Restoration, Inc.
4.7(
251
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was to remove metal railings and replace them with weather treated wood railings on my front porch and primary entrance. The administrative person Satira was wonderful to deal with. The owner Alan provided me with a affordable estimate. The two workmen who arrived this morning to do the work were on time and a pleasure to deal with. The workmanship was outstanding and I would highly recommend them as well as I will use Westside Building in the future. I would rate them as a 5 out of 5 without exception."
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Kitchen
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+8

Response time1 day
243 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Phase One Construction
4.7(
23
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Glenn is the best – and as a 70 year old, I have a lot of experience with workers in my home. I had a good deal of water damage over 2 floors and multiple walls and ceilings. It required expertise and a variety of skills to repair and replace all the various aspects, and to make it seamless with the undamaged areas. He is an absolute magician, totally outclassing any previous similar work that I’ve had done and resulting in a totally seamless, as-new appearance. And, he is a no-drama professional – reliable, honest, and sincere. His pricing was also more than competitive. He is now my go to guy for EVERYTHING related to the home."
Transition of deck and walk
Natural stone creations
Tile shower creations
Bluestone and Belgiam block creations
Sheet tile backsplash

+8

Recommended by95%of homeowners
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Carmel, NY

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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