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Avatar for Alpha Home Services, LLC
Alpha Home Services, LLC
6527 Hackberry St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Alpha Home Services, LLC
6527 Hackberry St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our 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 our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"

Selamawit M on November 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our 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 our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"

Selamawit M on November 2023


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Davis Contracting
7771 Oak Street
4.82(
372
)
Approved Pro
Davis Contracting
7771 Oak Street
4.82(
372
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

I am a general contractor specializing in roofing , vinyl siding, seamless gutters, exterior painting , decks (build and maintain), fences installed , attic insulation, and more. This is a family owned firm in business for more than 40 years. There are over 200 letters of recommendation for you to review. Our company is an A+ member of the Better Business Bureau.In fact , I wrote a book on the industry I excel in called "How To Be a Successful Contractor". Contact me today!!

"Badly needed repair of soffit and fascia on our 190-year-old house. Mr. Davis quickly assessed, then offered a fair quote without any doubletalk. His crew started almost immediately and their work ethic, skill/talent and attention to detail proved unsurpassed. Partway through we decided to add some roofing repair--no problem. All in all they devoted more hours and more effort than expected, and the end resulted exceeded expectation. As I told Mr. Davis, if we could give you 6 stars, we would."

John Z on May 2025

I am a general contractor specializing in roofing , vinyl siding, seamless gutters, exterior painting , decks (build and maintain), fences installed , attic insulation, and more. This is a family owned firm in business for more than 40 years. There are over 200 letters of recommendation for you to review. Our company is an A+ member of the Better Business Bureau.In fact , I wrote a book on the industry I excel in called "How To Be a Successful Contractor". Contact me today!!

"Badly needed repair of soffit and fascia on our 190-year-old house. Mr. Davis quickly assessed, then offered a fair quote without any doubletalk. His crew started almost immediately and their work ethic, skill/talent and attention to detail proved unsurpassed. Partway through we decided to add some roofing repair--no problem. All in all they devoted more hours and more effort than expected, and the end resulted exceeded expectation. As I told Mr. Davis, if we could give you 6 stars, we would."

John Z on May 2025


Avatar for Precision Interior Stair and Rail, LLC
Precision Interior Stair and Rail, LLC
P.O. Box 151
4.75(
55
)
Approved Pro
Precision Interior Stair and Rail, LLC
P.O. Box 151
4.75(
55
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

Since 1985, Precision Interior Stair and Rail, LLC, have been doing this type of work in Virginia. We believe in taking the time to get the job done right the first time. We do not do repairs or attic pull down stairs. Repairs cost more than replacements. We supply all materials ! .We do up-grade iron balusters. We do replace old carpet treads and risers with new any wood replacement or tread covers, all stained to match.We also do interior trim. What ever your stair or railing or trim needs are we do at a cost friendly price!!! I Look forward to taking care of your job the right way. Thank you for your consideration!!! Please Go To PRECISIONINTERIORRAILS.COM For Photos. Thank You

"Will review after work is completed"

Pamela A on May 2025

Since 1985, Precision Interior Stair and Rail, LLC, have been doing this type of work in Virginia. We believe in taking the time to get the job done right the first time. We do not do repairs or attic pull down stairs. Repairs cost more than replacements. We supply all materials ! .We do up-grade iron balusters. We do replace old carpet treads and risers with new any wood replacement or tread covers, all stained to match.We also do interior trim. What ever your stair or railing or trim needs are we do at a cost friendly price!!! I Look forward to taking care of your job the right way. Thank you for your consideration!!! Please Go To PRECISIONINTERIORRAILS.COM For Photos. Thank You

"Will review after work is completed"

Pamela A on May 2025


Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia - Arlington to Haymarket
Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia - Arlington to Haymarket
9030 EUCLID AVE
4.50(
457
)
Approved Pro
Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia - Arlington to Haymarket
9030 EUCLID AVE
4.50(
457
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
48 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Mr. Handyman is your one-call solution for a wide range of home maintenance and repair needs. Our uniformed technicians are fully insured professionals. We arrive on time in uniform and a marked van with the tools to complete the job right. r. Handyman technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with an average of 10 years’ experience in the trades. We’re home repair and improvement experts, and we are known for the quality of our workmanship and professional reliability so you know the job will be done correctly and efficiently.

"I had a great experience with Carlos who helped get the right items from Home Depot to fix the broken garden pipe and replace the broken dry wall with an access panel. Thank you for getting it done within a couple of hours."

Gavin B on January 2025

Mr. Handyman is your one-call solution for a wide range of home maintenance and repair needs. Our uniformed technicians are fully insured professionals. We arrive on time in uniform and a marked van with the tools to complete the job right. r. Handyman technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with an average of 10 years’ experience in the trades. We’re home repair and improvement experts, and we are known for the quality of our workmanship and professional reliability so you know the job will be done correctly and efficiently.

"I had a great experience with Carlos who helped get the right items from Home Depot to fix the broken garden pipe and replace the broken dry wall with an access panel. Thank you for getting it done within a couple of hours."

Gavin B on January 2025


Avatar for Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
P.O BOX 423
4.46(
84
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Approved Pro
Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
P.O BOX 423
4.46(
84
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
177 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

At this time, we are not working with GAS fireplaces. Family business 8 years of experiences. payment methods we accept cash credit cards most major cards accepted. If method is paying with credit card please provide an email address for further invoice.

"Very professional, knowledgeable and affordable. Jaime showed me where I could improve my dryer function and also installed a much better vent cover for not a lot of money. Will definitely use again"

Cat N on December 2023

At this time, we are not working with GAS fireplaces. Family business 8 years of experiences. payment methods we accept cash credit cards most major cards accepted. If method is paying with credit card please provide an email address for further invoice.

"Very professional, knowledgeable and affordable. Jaime showed me where I could improve my dryer function and also installed a much better vent cover for not a lot of money. Will definitely use again"

Cat N on December 2023


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Nova Exteriors Inc
5568 General Washington Dr
4.38(
473
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Approved Pro
Nova Exteriors Inc
5568 General Washington Dr
4.38(
473
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2249 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

NOVA Exteriors, Inc. is a 12 time Angie's List Super Service Award Winner in several categories. We specialize in exterior remodeling and have over 50 years combined experience in the Metropolitan Area. We take pride in our work and we would appreciate the opportunity to showcase our services.

"NOVA Exteriors did a wonderful job replacing 3 exterior doors at our home. They checked every box one could ask for. Rob our sales rep was patient and understanding of our needs - even coming back a second time as we had a hard time deciding on what we wanted. Their team worked quickly and did a great job installing some beautiful new doors. We noticed after the installation that there were some imperfections on the hardware installed and they have agreed to replace them & their customer service was top notch. They responded quickly to some minor concerns and went above and beyond to fix the problem. While doors are never cheap, their price was right in line with other Provia vendors and 1/2 the price of Pella vendors. I'd highly recommend them."

Ryan B on April 2024

NOVA Exteriors, Inc. is a 12 time Angie's List Super Service Award Winner in several categories. We specialize in exterior remodeling and have over 50 years combined experience in the Metropolitan Area. We take pride in our work and we would appreciate the opportunity to showcase our services.

"NOVA Exteriors did a wonderful job replacing 3 exterior doors at our home. They checked every box one could ask for. Rob our sales rep was patient and understanding of our needs - even coming back a second time as we had a hard time deciding on what we wanted. Their team worked quickly and did a great job installing some beautiful new doors. We noticed after the installation that there were some imperfections on the hardware installed and they have agreed to replace them & their customer service was top notch. They responded quickly to some minor concerns and went above and beyond to fix the problem. While doors are never cheap, their price was right in line with other Provia vendors and 1/2 the price of Pella vendors. I'd highly recommend them."

Ryan B on April 2024


Avatar for Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
889 Highams Ct
4.56(
782
)
Approved Pro
Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
889 Highams Ct
4.56(
782
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2363 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Sixpenny Chimney & Briggs Heating & Air as well as Air Duct Cleaning specializes in chimney cleaning and repair, air duct/dryer vent cleaning, gutter cleaning, house cleaning, masonry work, and pressure washing. With over 31 years of experience, you can be sure you are receiving a quality service for a fair price. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at 703-491-8697!

"Was very responsive and did an excellent job."

Rachelle P on July 2023

Sixpenny Chimney & Briggs Heating & Air as well as Air Duct Cleaning specializes in chimney cleaning and repair, air duct/dryer vent cleaning, gutter cleaning, house cleaning, masonry work, and pressure washing. With over 31 years of experience, you can be sure you are receiving a quality service for a fair price. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at 703-491-8697!

"Was very responsive and did an excellent job."

Rachelle P on July 2023


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Paramount Builders Inc
12940 Plaza Dr
4.47(
223
)
Approved Pro
Paramount Builders Inc
12940 Plaza Dr
4.47(
223
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2653 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!

"Unprofessional visit. Showed up unannounced and we only knew they were there because one person stood 10 feet from our porch staring at us in through our living room window. My wife spent 10 minutes talking to them, they stated they had no business cards, they only had an appointment card but didn't present it. Honestly when you show up at someone's house you need some sort of identifier if your walking door to door in casual clothes. After the uncomfortable dead stare through the windows my wife and i have decided to post a No Solicitors sign. They didn't take no for an answer at first, pushing with more questions to circumvent the no she gave, as well as interrupted our dinner, as they showed up right at 6pm."

Robert H on May 2023

Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!

"Unprofessional visit. Showed up unannounced and we only knew they were there because one person stood 10 feet from our porch staring at us in through our living room window. My wife spent 10 minutes talking to them, they stated they had no business cards, they only had an appointment card but didn't present it. Honestly when you show up at someone's house you need some sort of identifier if your walking door to door in casual clothes. After the uncomfortable dead stare through the windows my wife and i have decided to post a No Solicitors sign. They didn't take no for an answer at first, pushing with more questions to circumvent the no she gave, as well as interrupted our dinner, as they showed up right at 6pm."

Robert H on May 2023


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Window Nation Lorton
8198 Terminal Rd
4.24(
406
)
Approved Pro
Window Nation Lorton
8198 Terminal Rd
4.24(
406
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
493 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

At Window Nation, we know replacement windows. We’re third-generation window replacement experts who have been lucky to provide homeowners replacement windows, siding, and doors for over fifteen years. We opened our first showroom in Maryland in 2006, quickly growing to serve homeowners in cities across the country – and we’re not stopping there. We’re grateful for every homeowner who has trusted us to upgrade their most important asset: their home. We’ve learned a lot about home improvement over the years, but the most important thing we learned isn’t about window replacement. We learned the home improvement industry isn’t about offering the best windows, siding and doors; it’s about the relationships we build with our customers.

"Excellent all-round service from sale to installation. Easy to work with and very responsive. Sale and Installation was very professional? Will use again for additional window replacements."

Steven D on November 2020

At Window Nation, we know replacement windows. We’re third-generation window replacement experts who have been lucky to provide homeowners replacement windows, siding, and doors for over fifteen years. We opened our first showroom in Maryland in 2006, quickly growing to serve homeowners in cities across the country – and we’re not stopping there. We’re grateful for every homeowner who has trusted us to upgrade their most important asset: their home. We’ve learned a lot about home improvement over the years, but the most important thing we learned isn’t about window replacement. We learned the home improvement industry isn’t about offering the best windows, siding and doors; it’s about the relationships we build with our customers.

"Excellent all-round service from sale to installation. Easy to work with and very responsive. Sale and Installation was very professional? Will use again for additional window replacements."

Steven D on November 2020


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Windows on Washington
23465 Rock Haven Way
4.83(
280
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Approved Pro
Windows on Washington
23465 Rock Haven Way
4.83(
280
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
357 local quotes requested

Simply put - we believe that improving your home should be enjoyable. That is why we spent years designing our consultations, installations, and customer care experiences to minimize stress and provide every client with a fair and honest home improvement experience. Founded in 2005, Windows on Washington has become one of the area’s most respected home improvement companies because we make our clients' homes more beautiful, comfortable, and energy efficient. We are proud Angie’s Super Service Award winners, which we’ve now earned for seven consecutive years. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and have never had one filed complaint. In addition, we have hundreds of positive customer reviews on Angie’s List, Customer Lobby, Home Advisor, Guild Quality, Houzz, and Yelp.

"We were very pleased with the work done by Windows On Washington for our insulation project. They were very friendly and did a great job of communicating with us throughout the project. The estimator Shayne was very helpful in providing us and explaining several options for our insulation needs. And the installation team did quality work with attention to detail. Brian, Anthony and Rubin were very willing to explain any details to us as they performed the work and went the extra mile to ensure we were happy with the end result. We recommend them highly"

Cristl P on April 2025

Simply put - we believe that improving your home should be enjoyable. That is why we spent years designing our consultations, installations, and customer care experiences to minimize stress and provide every client with a fair and honest home improvement experience. Founded in 2005, Windows on Washington has become one of the area’s most respected home improvement companies because we make our clients' homes more beautiful, comfortable, and energy efficient. We are proud Angie’s Super Service Award winners, which we’ve now earned for seven consecutive years. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and have never had one filed complaint. In addition, we have hundreds of positive customer reviews on Angie’s List, Customer Lobby, Home Advisor, Guild Quality, Houzz, and Yelp.

"We were very pleased with the work done by Windows On Washington for our insulation project. They were very friendly and did a great job of communicating with us throughout the project. The estimator Shayne was very helpful in providing us and explaining several options for our insulation needs. And the installation team did quality work with attention to detail. Brian, Anthony and Rubin were very willing to explain any details to us as they performed the work and went the extra mile to ensure we were happy with the end result. We recommend them highly"

Cristl P on April 2025

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Dale City, VA

A standard outdoor handrail installation takes an average of eight hours for a professional to complete a five to 10-foot section. This includes time for proper measurement, securing mounting hardware, and ensuring the railing is level and stable. 

More complex installations involving multiple sections or challenging mounting surfaces may require additional time. Weather conditions can also affect the timeline, particularly for installations requiring concrete work or certain adhesives that need specific temperatures to cure properly.

Aluminum offers the best combination of weather resistance and value for outdoor handrails. Unlike wood, it won't rot, warp, or require regular sealing, and unlike steel or iron, it naturally resists rust without special coatings. Vinyl and composite materials also perform well in various weather conditions, but may not provide the same structural strength as metal options. 

For coastal areas with salt exposure or regions with extreme temperature fluctuations, powder-coated aluminum provides excellent durability with minimal maintenance requirements.

Most localities require building permits for outdoor handrail installations, especially for front entrances or elevated decks. Permit costs range from $20 to $30, though requirements vary significantly by location. Building codes specify requirements for handrail height (36 to 42 inches), spacing between balusters (less than four inches), and load-bearing capacity. 

Checking with your local building department before beginning installation helps ensure your project will meet all safety requirements and avoid potential fines or required modifications later.

Building codes often require handrails for any elevated surface that rises more than 30 inches above ground level. Additionally, many local regulations mandate railings for staircases with multiple steps, particularly in areas accessible to the public. 

Even if your steps don't meet the minimum height requirement for mandatory railings, adding handrails significantly improves safety for all users, especially during inclement weather or at night. A local building inspector or contractor can evaluate your specific situation and advise on both code requirements and safety recommendations.

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