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Avatar for Brothers Carpentry & Paint
Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
59
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brothers company was by far the easiest company I ever worked with. Theyâ re integrity, reliability, and honesty really put them at forefront of painter and Carpentry. We had a lot of wood rot, Carlos was very thorough making sure he found all the rot and made sure I saw it and understood each steps. They also painted the house and stain the deck. My deck never looked so good!"
Windows and Trim
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent projects

+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Geo Home repairs
5.0(
24
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We're having our deck replaced, and we discovered a decent amount of water damage below our backdoor and one window when the old deck was removed. Geo came out and gave us a estimate, which we thought was fair, and had his team come out to make the repairs. He did everything he said he would, and completed the job much more quickly than we could have hoped."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+43

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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RT Flooring and Stairs, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! From the moment I shared my stairs/railing project with Raul, it was clear I was working with a true professional. His insights and suggestions were invaluable, elevating the project in ways I hadnâ t considered. His pricing was more than fair, and he completed the work promptly, keeping me informed every step of the way. Raul's communication, expertise, cleanliness and attention to detail made the entire process seamless and stress-free. I couldnâ t be happier with the results and will 100% hire him again in the future. Highly recommend Raul to anyone seeking top-notch work!"
Office laminate install
Office laminate install
Room 1
Room 2
Loving room

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leon Home Repairs
4.7(
529
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Leon Home repairs did was fantastic. They were so kind and understanding to my wife. They were always on time or I would get a call explaining why. This rarely happened though. Their work was top quality and I intend to use them to repair anything in the future on my home. Very Professional and top quality."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Six A's Handyman Service
4.9(
122
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After my experience with people who claimed to be "Handyman" Six A's Handyman Service was truly an honest company which provided impeccable work in a timely manner within my budget. I will continue using their services and I have recommended Allen to my daughter for repairs at her house."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Western Wake County
5.0(
141
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Window repaired and estimate given for other work in a timely fashion. You can count on them to be there on time, so a job with integrity, and follow up if you have any concerns. We have used them several times. Highly reliable!"
National Day of Service
National Day of Service
National Day of Service
National Day of Service
National Day of Service

+65

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Triangle Home Repair and Paint, Inc.
4.6(
311
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had some major exterior painting to do as well as caulking cracks in the soffit. They power-washed the house, did the painting and caulking in 1 1/2 days. In addition I asked Victor to see if the front porch railings could be replaced. He provided two quotes; 1 for wooden railing and one for iron. The railings were done in 6 hours. Excellent work"
siding repair
deck repair
window repair
interior drywal and paint
decks

+3

Response time2 days
209 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Just Build It
5.0(
2
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very polite, efficient and professional. He took pride in his work and made sure everything was done to code and exactly the way we wanted it to be. We will definitely have him do any of our future projects. "
Full Ramp Build
Full Ramp Build
Full Ramp Build
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Durham, NC

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.

The Durham, NC homeowners’ guide to wood stairs and railings repairs

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