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OWC Renovation & Repair
4.3(
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The woodwork was beautiful and done within a week! James was fantastic to work with - straightforward, no hassle, and efficient. His carpentry is clean, and design was beautiful. The job was done on time and within budget!"
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+47

Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
7
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Moises and his crew again . Once again they came thru with flying colors. My Fiancà © and I could not be happier. Clean , efficient, and excellent quality of work performed ."
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

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"Gene has been wonderful to work with and pays as much attention to details as I do! He is knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the best solutions for a complex project. We are only halfway through the project now but we will share more information and photos when we finish next week."
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martin Hardwood Flooring
4.9(
26
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was perfect. Marcin was punctual, polite, and paid meticulous attention to detail. Work area was well protected and cleaned at the end of each day. Design advice was given (iron vs. wood balusters). I would definitely hire this company again."
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+8

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Progressive Restoration
4.8(
29
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project turned out great! Progressive Restoration was awesome to work with. They were decisive, efficient, and skilled. Marc was super responsive, and the pricing for the job was more than fair. They will be our 1st call for any future carpentry work that comes up at our house. Highly recommend!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
CHICAGO WOOD STRIPPING
4.7(
39
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Serving Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"This company is top notch!!! I feel so lucky that I found them. They were so professional and did such an amazing job, not to mention they are the nicest guys to work with. Their price was very competitive and they have a lot of experience with restoring original woodwork. They are my go so for all my wood stripping needs! Don't hesitate and give them a call - you will be happy you did."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Chicago Heights, IL

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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