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Robert Almekinder Construction Company
3.8(
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob is honest and does quality work. I have hired him multiple times and have been happy each time. I would recommend him to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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A Little of This & That LLC
4.7(
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"WE WERE VERY SATISFIED WITH THE COMPLETION OF THE JOB, THE WORKER JOE, WAS EXCELENT, PROMPT, EFFICIENT AND DID A GREAT JOB.. VERY GLAD TO HAVE HIRE THEM AND WILL USE THEM ANY TIME IN THE FUTURE.. WE DO RECOMEND THEY, HIGHLY.."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Danes Construction
4.8(
2
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Serving Cayucos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pete is very knowledgeable , heâ s extremely professional and dependable, he works hard, old-school, and that is hard to find these days. We are fortunate to have found him and highly recommend Pete and his team to others."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Cayucos, CA

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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