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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
63
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brothers company was by far the easiest company I ever worked with. Theyâ re integrity, reliability, and honesty really put them at forefront of painter and Carpentry. We had a lot of wood rot, Carlos was very thorough making sure he found all the rot and made sure I saw it and understood each steps. They also painted the house and stain the deck. My deck never looked so good!"
Windows and Trim
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent projects

+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Geo Home repairs
5.0(
24
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall was a great interaction from start to finish. The job they did on our railings was great. They were thorough, polite, and professional. Would gladly hire them again for any future projects. "
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+43

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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RT Flooring and Stairs, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! From the moment I shared my stairs/railing project with Raul, it was clear I was working with a true professional. His insights and suggestions were invaluable, elevating the project in ways I hadnâ t considered. His pricing was more than fair, and he completed the work promptly, keeping me informed every step of the way. Raul's communication, expertise, cleanliness and attention to detail made the entire process seamless and stress-free. I couldnâ t be happier with the results and will 100% hire him again in the future. Highly recommend Raul to anyone seeking top-notch work!"
Office laminate install
Office laminate install
Room 1
Room 2
Loving room

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leon Home Repairs
4.4(
606
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with the work completed by Leon Home Repairs. They were efficient and thorough. The work included installing a new countertop, sink, faucet,, and light fixture in one bathroom and painting the bathroom; removing painted wallpaper from one large wall and smoothing and painting the wall; replacing one set of bifold closet doors and trimming off and adjusting multiple other sets so they would operate smoothly; and replacing large window panels and the door in our front entryway. Dimas, who served as the foreman for the work on our house, also smelled gas in our utility closet and on his own initiative, figured out where the gas leak was and showed us, so we could call someone to come repair that. The team had an excellent range of skills and knowledge to tackle the variety of work we needed them to do. We will definitely call Leon Home Repairs again if we need more work done in the future."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Triangle Home Repair and Paint, Inc.
4.6(
311
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These folks did a very thorough job for us. They needed to remove mildew from our deck and paint it. While estimating the job, Alex noticed that termites had invaded a post to the porch railing. We got treatment for the termites before continuing with the deck work. I got many estimates and I felt that Alex gave the most qualified estimate. The workmanship performed by his team was top notch!"
siding repair
deck repair
window repair
interior drywal and paint
decks

+3

Response time2 days
221 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Katz Construction, LLC
4.6(
5
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Customers say: Quick response

"The project was difficult, finishing an already partially converted carport into a garage/workshop. They worked well with a bad weather season and took the time to make sure I was well in the loop with changes and also fully incorporated the changes I wanted without additional costs incurred I am definitely happy with the final product. and am considering another small project in future."
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Chapel Hill, NC

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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