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Take Pride Construction and Painting
4.6(
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing. The workmanship blew us away. They came to measure; we showed them a picture of what we wanted; and they delivered. They were courteous and professional and kept the house clean. We will definitely use them again for any home improvement projects. We are in phase 2 of the remodel - when the island is completed with our new countertops, I will post photos!"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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WATSON VILLAGE TRADES L.L.C.
4.9(
10
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely pleased with the two bathroom renovations/remodeling projects. Great customer service, honest and dependable! Will definitely hire again for future projects!"
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+1

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Lakeside Construction of Columbia LLC
4.8(
161
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lakeside Roofing was very professional and prompt and did an outstanding job with our roof. It was no hassle and they helped walk me through the paperwork process with ease. They left no mess or trace in the yard after they completed the job. I would highly recommend anyone needing a new roof or roofing repair to give them a call."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Strokes of Excellence Painting
4.9(
41
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reggie did a great job. All the popcorn ceiling removal and repairs to drywall look nice and smooth, and all the paint (ceilings, wall, trim, and doors) looks great. He finished the job in the estimated time frame, and I would gladly hire him again in the future."
Repaint/Restore
Exterior Repaint
Exterior Repaint
Before
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Apex Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

"Excellent. David has a conscience, which places him in a lonely category of builders. He wants to make sure it is done right, and he will communicate. Be patient because good work takes time and understand he does this for a LIVING, not a charity. In other words....be reasonable."
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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Coat Painters
4.6(
128
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Estimate review was quick and easy. Workers arrived to start each day at that exact time stated. They were very neat and professional. Laid coverings over everything. Very good repair work where necessary, and even some areas that were not known. Looks great."
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+1

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Carolina Professional Painters LLC
4.8(
76
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Marcial and crew did an excellent job on the outside of our house! He included all rotten wood replacement in his price (window sills, door jambs, etc.), which was very convenient because several other painters who quoted our job were not willing to do the wood carpentry. They also found some additional rotten siding that we weren't aware of, which he replaced without question. They pressure washed and stained the street-facing portion of our fence, and that was something we didn't even ask for! They were very prompt and only took time off for rain, which they then made up on a Saturday. Very impressed with their work ethic and the quality of work completed. We will definitely use them again!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Columbia, SC

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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