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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim and his crew were a delight. He and his team repaired my wood floor and baseboards, a job that took extreme craftsmanship because the materials in my older home are no longer available. They came up with a solution and the finished job looked as if it was the original decor. Would I hire Tim and his crew again? You bet! I’m sending him a punch list of repairs with the reassurance that the job will be done with care and excellence. Thank you!"
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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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DSR Builders LLC
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Drew was amazing to work with he brought my vision to life with completing my deck, installing custom steps, and composite railings. He and his crew are professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy."
New decking and handrail
Anderson Deck Remodel
Anderson Deck Remodel
Anderson Deck Remodel
Anderson Deck Remodel

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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EBLING CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’ve worked with Karl on several projects, both as a property manager and for personal home repairs, including a recent deck repair. He’s incredibly skilled and reliable. Karl is honest, punctual, and detail-oriented—qualities that make him my go-to for any repairs. Most importantly, he’s trustworthy and someone I feel completely comfortable having in my home, which is crucial as a parent with a young child at home. I highly recommend Karl for any home repairs, especially carpentry. His attention to detail is outstanding!"
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+31

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Notch Construction
4.8(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had several different companies in mind for our master bedroom flooring project, but we ended up going with Troy at Top Notch Construction! We are SO glad we found him and his crew. Troy came out and did the measurements for our bedroom floor, and he was as able to give me an estimate in writing right away. His estimate for labor and removal of our old carpet (it was nasty, pet stained, etc.) and to install the new flooring was completely fair and doable! We were able to schedule the project within a week of our estimate, and the hey were even able to start a bit earlier and ended the project with my bedroom cleaner than when they started! Our floors look and feel amazing! He provided the trim boards and put down the transition strips between doors and rooms. The entire project from start to finish went way beyond my expectations! I'm going to have him come out for an estimate on our deck next! Again, Troy and his crew were on time, totally patient with me as I picked out the exact luxury vinyl flooring, and he remained non biased about flooring material brands, and that says a lot about a company! Thank you TNC for our brand new floor! We love it!"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Greater Cincinnati
4.5(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Handyman employee, Scott did a great job. Punctual, professional, strong work ethic, very knowledgeable, end result is porch and railings look great again. All employees I interacted with at Mr. Handyman were great - very professional."
Entry Doors and Transom Windows
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Window Trim Repair

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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Classy Craftsmen
4.8(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"fantastic - from the detail in the proposal to the execution on time on budget. They took the mantle off, removed and took away the old tile, figured out a way to dispense with some of the typical underlayment in order for the new stone hearth to come out flush with the floor, and installed the new tile. There was some basement reinforcement needed due to the workaround and they did that. Did a beautiful job - from carpentry to tile to painting. AND on their way out moved a ceiling light fixture and repaired the ceiling such that it was seamless. I am a fan!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Denton Interiors and Remodeling
4.3(
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe removed an old wood ramp and replaced with a longer one. This was done at my mothers house. It really turned out nice. They were very pleased with the new ramp as was I. He completed in just 1 day."
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Cincinnati, OH

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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