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Handyman Unlimited
4.7(
156
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim repaired a split rail fence. Good communication as to when he would be available. Did a nice job."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harry B
New to Angi

Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

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Reliable and detail-oriented contractor providing high-quality home repair and improvement services. I specialize in a wide range of tasks including general repairs, installations, maintenance, and small to medium renovation projects. My goal is to deliver dependable workmanship, clear communication, and honest service on every job, whether it’s a quick fix or a larger project.\n\nI take pride in treating every home with care and ensuring the work is done right the first time. Punctual, professional, and committed to customer satisfaction, I focus on practical solutions that keep your home in good shape!

Roof rot repair
Roof rot repair
Roof rot repair
Roof rot repair
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Astro Roofing and Restoration
4.7(
40
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional service. Quick response time from online inquiry to appointment to repair. Boss and crew came out, got the job done and cleaned up as promised, when promised. Reliable and personable."
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Burns Family Home Contractors, LLC
4.6(
16
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

"He was extremely efficient and updated periodically throughout the day. Actually went a little bit above and beyond with a couple issues that I should have handled but he handled it in my absence. Will definitely recommend and hire again."
Bathroom tile floor demo
Bathroom tile floor installed
New home construction
Storage Attic with shelving
Attic before

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Cleveland Commercial and Home Renovation and Repair
5.0(
11
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The detailed assembly of my Providence Kate 3-Drawer Console Table was thoroughly and efficiently completed in a timely manner."
Fence Installation
Fence Install
Fence Install
Cabinet Install
Deck Install

+11

Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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iFixit Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great professional job rescreening my porch, putting in new doors (which I had bought the wrong width), creating two custom barn doors for my dogs, cleaned up the mess and just made an awesome improvement to my porch the way I wanted."
interior painting
interior painting
fireplace build out
stone ledger installed on porch
exterior house painting

+16

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Columbus, GA

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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