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CSZ Construction
4.9(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The CSZ team is fantastic. They are very knowledgeable, thorough, and detail oriented. I highly recommend this team for home repairs and refinishing space to make it feel new . "
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wilber's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were initially looking to paint our house and detached garage. Unfortunately, some things changed with our refi and we needed to revamp our plans; we could only do the garage (and get some pointing done on the chimney). We worked with Erick Granados (he was fantastic), and he was able to quickly provide a new estimate, which allowed us to move forward with the project. The painters were professional, they did great work, and at the end of the day they cleaned up the area around the garage. When they noticed a small issue with the garage roof, they devised a great solution that was cost effective. When the entire job was finished, they cleaned up the surrounding area, which made the whole presentation of their work look even better. Once the garage was complete, they moved on to the chimney. We own a 1936 Tudor, which has a very tall chimney. Some of the bricks began to chip away and the plaster around the chimney was falling off to the ground. The repairs look fantastic. Erick came by the house the next day and discussed the finished job with me. I appreciated his professionalism and followup to make sure we were happy. My wife and I are very pleased with the work done by Wilber's Painting and the service by Erick Granados. We strongly recommend this company."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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PRECISION HOME REPAIR & RENOVATION LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jared did an amazing job on the railings by staining the wood and replacing the balusters. I was very indecisive about the color of the stain, I changed my mind in the middle of the project . Jared was very patient with me and accommodating. I would recommend Jared for any homeowner looking for a reliable, talented professional "
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Integrated Electrical Solutions, LLC
4.7(
622
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Overall, they were good. Efficient and polite. The quality of their work is very good. The manner in which they work needs improvement. Clipping chain links and allowing them to fall on wood floors â ¦ placing old fixtures on wood floors. However, the two gentlemen on the job were extremely knowledgeable, and I would most certainly hire them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
1094 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sharp As Nails LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Sharp As Nails is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Dover, NJ

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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