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Peoples Contracting

4.86(
37
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•Approved Pro

Peoples Contracting

4.86(
37
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Peoples Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fantastic job by Peoples' Contracting in undertaking the repairs to my porch; they were friendly, thorough, communicative, and fast. Could not be happier with the service or the work."

Drew W on February 2025

Peoples Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fantastic job by Peoples' Contracting in undertaking the repairs to my porch; they were friendly, thorough, communicative, and fast. Could not be happier with the service or the work."

Drew W on February 2025

Daniel the Handyman

5.00(
16
)
•Approved Pro

Daniel the Handyman

5.00(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Daniel the Handyman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Daniel Quick's team arrived at my residence in a timely manner and completed the repairs needed to stabilize the deck. They fixed a problem which could have otherwise resulted in severe damage to other parts of the deck and compromised structural parts of the house. The work was done in a professional manner and when completed they cleared the area of all debrie."

Samuel E on November 2023

Daniel the Handyman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Daniel Quick's team arrived at my residence in a timely manner and completed the repairs needed to stabilize the deck. They fixed a problem which could have otherwise resulted in severe damage to other parts of the deck and compromised structural parts of the house. The work was done in a professional manner and when completed they cleared the area of all debrie."

Samuel E on November 2023

Richard Sprouse Construction, Inc.

4.89(
19
)
•Approved Pro

Richard Sprouse Construction, Inc.

4.89(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Richard Sprouse Construction, Inc. has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in our community for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small for our crew. Call today to schedule an appointment!

"Great work!"

Kevin G on March 2026

Richard Sprouse Construction, Inc. has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in our community for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small for our crew. Call today to schedule an appointment!

"Great work!"

Kevin G on March 2026

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Davis Brothers Repairs

4.50(
6
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•Approved Pro

Davis Brothers Repairs

4.50(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

With over 5 years of experience in the industry, Davis Brothers Repairs is your industry expert in Sterrett. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did good job on my deck, seems professional. Just can?t seem to get to the job before 10:30."

Wendell P on August 2023

With over 5 years of experience in the industry, Davis Brothers Repairs is your industry expert in Sterrett. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did good job on my deck, seems professional. Just can?t seem to get to the job before 10:30."

Wendell P on August 2023

FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Chelsea, AL

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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