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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."

Steven M on June 2021

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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."

Steven M on June 2021


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Campbells Carpentry and Construction

5.00(
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Campbells Carpentry and Construction

5.00(
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Approved Pro
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

From small homeowner projects to larger commercial projects, we here at Campbell's are flexible building any style of carpentry and woodworking you may require. We love finding the right solution for every situation, and thrive on new ideas and challenges. With over 20 years of experience in the carpentry trade, we provide workmanship for the everyday homeowner to the commercial developer. In need of a new closet, kitchen installation, a basement renovation or any other skilled woodwork? Look no further! Our Services Include All internal and external carpentry // Frame to Finish // Custom Kitchen & Installation // Bathrooms // Mudrooms // Closets // Built-ins // Windows // Trim/Crown Moulding // Coffered Ceilings // Fireplaces // Stairs // Porches // Decks // and Much more.

"Terry and his team replaced a 3 story deck for 6 condos (essentially 6 new decks in one project) . Terry was honest, upfront, knowledgeable, and professional. I would work with them again no question! "

Chris L on December 2025

From small homeowner projects to larger commercial projects, we here at Campbell's are flexible building any style of carpentry and woodworking you may require. We love finding the right solution for every situation, and thrive on new ideas and challenges. With over 20 years of experience in the carpentry trade, we provide workmanship for the everyday homeowner to the commercial developer. In need of a new closet, kitchen installation, a basement renovation or any other skilled woodwork? Look no further! Our Services Include All internal and external carpentry // Frame to Finish // Custom Kitchen & Installation // Bathrooms // Mudrooms // Closets // Built-ins // Windows // Trim/Crown Moulding // Coffered Ceilings // Fireplaces // Stairs // Porches // Decks // and Much more.

"Terry and his team replaced a 3 story deck for 6 condos (essentially 6 new decks in one project) . Terry was honest, upfront, knowledgeable, and professional. I would work with them again no question! "

Chris L on December 2025


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Nathan Murray Handyman Services

5.00(
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Nathan Murray Handyman Services

5.00(
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16 years of experience

Experience Carpenter which prides expertise, quality, and customer service that I provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of customers, great care to work performance and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He replaced siding on my shed and redid the tiles for its roof. He also installed a wood flooring for my kitchen."

Donna K on December 2025

Experience Carpenter which prides expertise, quality, and customer service that I provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of customers, great care to work performance and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He replaced siding on my shed and redid the tiles for its roof. He also installed a wood flooring for my kitchen."

Donna K on December 2025


Rudy's Carpentry & Painting

4.90(
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Rudy's Carpentry & Painting

4.90(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
18 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Proudly serving the Lynn area, Rudy's Painting is your solution for all your painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Rudy did a great job repairing my shed. It had major water damage on one side, and he was able to install replacement beams on the bottom as well as build a whole new exterior wall and add new shingles. Great job!"

John M on January 2026

Proudly serving the Lynn area, Rudy's Painting is your solution for all your painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Rudy did a great job repairing my shed. It had major water damage on one side, and he was able to install replacement beams on the bottom as well as build a whole new exterior wall and add new shingles. Great job!"

John M on January 2026


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Handyman Connection of South Shore

4.66(
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Handyman Connection of South Shore

4.66(
64
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 local quotes requested

Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and restoration project dreams a reality today. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of handyman connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today.

"Easy to work with and project was done quickly"

Tim C on March 2025

Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and restoration project dreams a reality today. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of handyman connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today.

"Easy to work with and project was done quickly"

Tim C on March 2025


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Windwood Marine, LLC

5.00(
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Windwood Marine, LLC

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Windwood Marine LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Was able to come out very quickly, give a few options, and install all in under a week. Did great work. "

Julia L on February 2026

Windwood Marine LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Was able to come out very quickly, give a few options, and install all in under a week. Did great work. "

Julia L on February 2026


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Blackdog Builders, Inc.

4.80(
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Blackdog Builders, Inc.

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025


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Phalan Construction & The Handyman

4.94(
305
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman

4.94(
305
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 years of experience

Thank you for your interest in Phalan Construction! Winner of the Angies List Super Service award 2011, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 2016. Please Contact Me by email at Info@phalanconstruction.com or through the contact link at my website www.phalanconstruction.com. Include pictures and a detailed work list for best response. Please understand, I typically work by myself and if I am unable to respond to your email request or phone call within a reasonable time, it is due to prescheduled work. I am interested in your project, and if your to do list is still undone, please re-contact me at a later time. Thanks again, Bob Phalan

"Bob has done numerous projects for our old house over the years mainly carpentry, and most recently to replace cedar siding on a large area of the house. Bob does excellent carpentry and finish work and is an extremely hard worker. He has also done wood gutter repair, cleaning and sealing, hung exterior doors and installed exterior wood railings for us. The various projects have involved a significant amount of high exterior painting. He has a wide range of skills and excellent problem-solving ability. Because of this history, we have a lot of trust that Bob will do an excellent job at whatever project he accepts. "

Carolyn C on October 2025

Thank you for your interest in Phalan Construction! Winner of the Angies List Super Service award 2011, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 2016. Please Contact Me by email at Info@phalanconstruction.com or through the contact link at my website www.phalanconstruction.com. Include pictures and a detailed work list for best response. Please understand, I typically work by myself and if I am unable to respond to your email request or phone call within a reasonable time, it is due to prescheduled work. I am interested in your project, and if your to do list is still undone, please re-contact me at a later time. Thanks again, Bob Phalan

"Bob has done numerous projects for our old house over the years mainly carpentry, and most recently to replace cedar siding on a large area of the house. Bob does excellent carpentry and finish work and is an extremely hard worker. He has also done wood gutter repair, cleaning and sealing, hung exterior doors and installed exterior wood railings for us. The various projects have involved a significant amount of high exterior painting. He has a wide range of skills and excellent problem-solving ability. Because of this history, we have a lot of trust that Bob will do an excellent job at whatever project he accepts. "

Carolyn C on October 2025


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Handyman Connection of South Shore

4.35(
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Handyman Connection of South Shore

4.35(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
25 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

When it comes to your home improvement projects our craftsmen have the expertise to get the job done and done right. Each one of our craftsmen has over ten years of experience and have all gone through a thorough background check. Handyman Connection team of professionals is passionate about taking your home improvement dreams and making them a reality. For any of your general home maintenance needs, you can count on us to deliver quality workmanship and superior customer service.

"He was very good "

Sunja K on January 2026

When it comes to your home improvement projects our craftsmen have the expertise to get the job done and done right. Each one of our craftsmen has over ten years of experience and have all gone through a thorough background check. Handyman Connection team of professionals is passionate about taking your home improvement dreams and making them a reality. For any of your general home maintenance needs, you can count on us to deliver quality workmanship and superior customer service.

"He was very good "

Sunja K on January 2026


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Vestige Carpentry LLC

5.00(
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Vestige Carpentry LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Vestige Carpentry, we specialize in preserving and restoring historic buildings with a commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team, led by founders Brendan Murray and Adam Williamson, combines 50 years of experience in masonry and carpentry to deliver exceptional results. What makes us unique? We honor the character and integrity of each structure while blending traditional techniques with modern technology. From restoring intricate woodwork to crafting custom windows, we ensure every project respects the story and craftsmanship of the past. Our services include: Structural Framing, Custom Window Fabrication, Millwork & Architectural Molding, Interior Finish Carpentry, Siding & Exterior Trim. Let Vestige Carpentry help on your next home project. Contact us today to discuss your construction needs!

At Vestige Carpentry, we specialize in preserving and restoring historic buildings with a commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team, led by founders Brendan Murray and Adam Williamson, combines 50 years of experience in masonry and carpentry to deliver exceptional results. What makes us unique? We honor the character and integrity of each structure while blending traditional techniques with modern technology. From restoring intricate woodwork to crafting custom windows, we ensure every project respects the story and craftsmanship of the past. Our services include: Structural Framing, Custom Window Fabrication, Millwork & Architectural Molding, Interior Finish Carpentry, Siding & Exterior Trim. Let Vestige Carpentry help on your next home project. Contact us today to discuss your construction needs!

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Chelsea, MA

Pressure-treated lumber is the most inexpensive deck railing material. It's a cost-effective option that offers a good balance of durability and affordability for budget-conscious homeowners. Pressure-treated wood meets essential safety standards while keeping upfront costs low. In contrast, vinyl, polyurethane, and composite materials tend to be more expensive but offer additional aesthetic and maintenance benefits.

To calculate how much deck railing you need, measure the length of all the edges of your deck where railings are required (excluding any openings or areas bordered by the house). Since precise measurements are crucial, it's a good idea to hire a professional. Contractors have the expertise to accurately measure and install your deck railings.

In most cases, safety standards require railings on steps with more than four risers, steps wider than 44 inches, and decks over 30 inches high, measured from the next level down.

Railings should also be between 34 and 38 inches tall. Regulations can vary based on your location, so it's important to check your local building codes or consult a local contractor. There are also rules about the size of the gaps between pickets and between the bottom of the railing and the deck.

Before installing a railing on your front porch, you'll need to check local permitting requirements. Local building authorities may have specific codes that require a permit—or, in some cases, no permit at all. Reviewing your city's guidelines and consulting a qualified professional will help ensure your project meets all legal and safety standards, preventing any unexpected issues during inspections.

Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck railings depends on the extent of the damage and whether you can match new materials to the old ones. If you have minor issues, repair might be an option. However, when it's challenging to match existing materials, replacing the railings can give your deck a fresh start and reset its lifespan. A decking expert can assess your railings and recommend the best course of action to improve safety and maintain a cohesive look.

The Chelsea, MA homeowners’ guide to wood stairs and railings installations and replacements

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.