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Wood stairs and railings repairers in Elgin

Avatar for Rhodium Contractors
Rhodium Contractors
2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
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Approved Pro
Rhodium Contractors
2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


Avatar for Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
1306 Fall Court
4.72(
25
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Approved Pro
Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
1306 Fall Court
4.72(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling prides itself on superior and innovative performance; actively doing our best to bring you the most proficient, detailed work done cleanly & quietly. We will do our best to offer affordable alternatives to high-end products and design.

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."

Robert K on January 2025

Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling prides itself on superior and innovative performance; actively doing our best to bring you the most proficient, detailed work done cleanly & quietly. We will do our best to offer affordable alternatives to high-end products and design.

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."

Robert K on January 2025


My Property Masters
18 King Arthur Court
4.26(
135
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Approved Pro
My Property Masters
18 King Arthur Court
4.26(
135
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
378 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"

Adam E on June 2025

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"

Adam E on June 2025


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A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
350 Randy Rd.
4.53(
1,168
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Approved Pro
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
350 Randy Rd.
4.53(
1,168
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
993 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .

"Good, fireplace repaired"

KAYKHAM S on July 2024

A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .

"Good, fireplace repaired"

KAYKHAM S on July 2024


Avatar for Olsen Tuckpointing Co
Olsen Tuckpointing Co
311 S Hager Ave
4.82(
109
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Approved Pro
Olsen Tuckpointing Co
311 S Hager Ave
4.82(
109
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
157 local quotes requested

Masonry specialists servicing the Chicago area suburbs for over 60 years. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Family owned - 19 employees - no subcontractors - all experienced tuckpointers & union journeymen. Cost is determined by the job. Free estimates, no travel charges. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. A+ Rating from Better Business Bureau. Super Service Award (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020) from Angie's List.

"Great from start to finish."

June P on October 2023

Masonry specialists servicing the Chicago area suburbs for over 60 years. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Family owned - 19 employees - no subcontractors - all experienced tuckpointers & union journeymen. Cost is determined by the job. Free estimates, no travel charges. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. A+ Rating from Better Business Bureau. Super Service Award (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020) from Angie's List.

"Great from start to finish."

June P on October 2023


Avatar for Superior Chimney Services Corporation
Superior Chimney Services Corporation
1105 E St. Charles Rd
4.73(
1,873
)
Approved Pro
Superior Chimney Services Corporation
1105 E St. Charles Rd
4.73(
1,873
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
331 local quotes requested

We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.

"They were very professional. They were reasonably priced and did the work we discussed. They took extra care not to harm my raspberry bushes where they were working . I was very happy with the whole process."

Joy S on June 2025

We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.

"They were very professional. They were reasonably priced and did the work we discussed. They took extra care not to harm my raspberry bushes where they were working . I was very happy with the whole process."

Joy S on June 2025


Avatar for Window Concepts
Window Concepts
33 W Higgins Rd
4.45(
73
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Approved Pro
Window Concepts
33 W Higgins Rd
4.45(
73
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
348 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

Since 1982, Brian Murphy, President of Window Concepts, has been presenting homeowners with a professional sales team coupled with expert installation. We believe in walking through every step of the process with you; from choosing the right products to suit your individual needs to providing exemplary service along the way. Our team prides itself on our attention to details, cleanliness and customer care. Today, with decades of experience under our belt, we continue to provide homeowners with the quality and technology they need to keep their homes energy efficient and looking their best.

"Our home is 85 years old and was in need of extensive renovations. We chose Window Concepts for our windows, roofing, and siding, and they did an outstanding job! Garrett provided a wide range of samples and made the entire process smooth and convenient. My wife and I highly recommend this family-owned company—they truly stand out! Their customer service is also exceptional and very accessible; 10/10 experience!"

Sean G on November 2024

Since 1982, Brian Murphy, President of Window Concepts, has been presenting homeowners with a professional sales team coupled with expert installation. We believe in walking through every step of the process with you; from choosing the right products to suit your individual needs to providing exemplary service along the way. Our team prides itself on our attention to details, cleanliness and customer care. Today, with decades of experience under our belt, we continue to provide homeowners with the quality and technology they need to keep their homes energy efficient and looking their best.

"Our home is 85 years old and was in need of extensive renovations. We chose Window Concepts for our windows, roofing, and siding, and they did an outstanding job! Garrett provided a wide range of samples and made the entire process smooth and convenient. My wife and I highly recommend this family-owned company—they truly stand out! Their customer service is also exceptional and very accessible; 10/10 experience!"

Sean G on November 2024


Avatar for Excel Windows
Excel Windows
7413 Duvan Dr
4.72(
76
)
Approved Pro
Excel Windows
7413 Duvan Dr
4.72(
76
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1332 local quotes requested

At Excel Windows, we take pride in the fact that we’ve supplied quality home improvement products with exceptional customer service throughout Chicago and the Chicagoland suburbs for the last 42 years. Offering the best in Chicago Replacement Windows, Doors, Siding, Acrylic & Cultured Stone Bath Remodel.

"Everything was great, from the initial consultation and quote to the installation and even the follow-up. Customer service and communication was top notch. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire this company again and I highly recommend them!"

Melissa D on June 2024

At Excel Windows, we take pride in the fact that we’ve supplied quality home improvement products with exceptional customer service throughout Chicago and the Chicagoland suburbs for the last 42 years. Offering the best in Chicago Replacement Windows, Doors, Siding, Acrylic & Cultured Stone Bath Remodel.

"Everything was great, from the initial consultation and quote to the installation and even the follow-up. Customer service and communication was top notch. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire this company again and I highly recommend them!"

Melissa D on June 2024


Avatar for Berg Roofing and Home Improvements
Berg Roofing and Home Improvements
900 Ogden Ave
4.65(
223
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Approved Pro
Berg Roofing and Home Improvements
900 Ogden Ave
4.65(
223
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1296 local quotes requested
75 years of experience

We as a family would like to take the opportunity to personally thank you for your interest in Berg Roofing and Home Improvements. This is our family’s business of over 50 years and we are proud to be running it in the tradition of our grandfather. We have always strived to offer the very best products and options at a good price. We will explain to you our apporach; which has been tested thousands of times with customers like you. We offer a full line of services: roofing, replacement windows, vinyl siding and insulated vinyl siding, fascia, soffit, gutters and gutter guards systems. We are a professional roofing and siding contractor and we offer the highest quality service at a good price. Don’t cut corners on your most important asset, your home. If you are looking for something a little more, we are the company for you. We offer a competitive price, excellent workmanship, honesty and we are very responsive to you needs. You are our highest priority as a customer. We have a number of crews working in the community, so we are able to meet your scheduling needs. We do not leave jobs until they are finished. We will never start a new job, until the current job is finished. We are also one of the only companies in the area that offers a dedicated service crew. From the initial contact to all follow-up calls, you will experience for yourself how the Berg team always strives to achieve 100 % customer satisfaction. You will be pleasantly surprised by our high level of service. Additional email - customerservice@bergext.com

"Excellent work. Easy to communicate with."

Daniel O on May 2025

We as a family would like to take the opportunity to personally thank you for your interest in Berg Roofing and Home Improvements. This is our family’s business of over 50 years and we are proud to be running it in the tradition of our grandfather. We have always strived to offer the very best products and options at a good price. We will explain to you our apporach; which has been tested thousands of times with customers like you. We offer a full line of services: roofing, replacement windows, vinyl siding and insulated vinyl siding, fascia, soffit, gutters and gutter guards systems. We are a professional roofing and siding contractor and we offer the highest quality service at a good price. Don’t cut corners on your most important asset, your home. If you are looking for something a little more, we are the company for you. We offer a competitive price, excellent workmanship, honesty and we are very responsive to you needs. You are our highest priority as a customer. We have a number of crews working in the community, so we are able to meet your scheduling needs. We do not leave jobs until they are finished. We will never start a new job, until the current job is finished. We are also one of the only companies in the area that offers a dedicated service crew. From the initial contact to all follow-up calls, you will experience for yourself how the Berg team always strives to achieve 100 % customer satisfaction. You will be pleasantly surprised by our high level of service. Additional email - customerservice@bergext.com

"Excellent work. Easy to communicate with."

Daniel O on May 2025


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Exterior Designers Inc
12740 Hawks Bill Ln
4.55(
121
)
Approved Pro
Exterior Designers Inc
12740 Hawks Bill Ln
4.55(
121
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
796 local quotes requested
40 years of experience

In 1986 John Gallagher had one goal – to provide top quality exterior remodeling products and workmanship at a reasonable price along with incredible service before and after the job. Exterior Designers Inc started with and maintains that philosophy and mission.

"I requested quotes and met with a number of companies. By far, I enjoyed meeting with John. He was informative and thorough at our meeting. Given the information provided, and our own research, I also felt as though our values matched up nicely. So much so, that we planned on using EDI services, given the quote was reasonable. However, we were never given our quote. We were strung along by a series of emails, and then received no more responses. I have tried many times to reach out for the quote, and after that, to inquire as to what happened. Again, no response at all. Now, after waiting so long, we have to start the entire process over again, and as it is October, we essentially have no hope of getting a new roof this season. I really hope our current last through the winter. This is entire unprofessional behavior, and I grow so weary of companies that make promises and do not fulfil them. We should at the very least be treated with enough respect to be given an explanation as to why they cannot or will not perform the work."

James O on September 2021

In 1986 John Gallagher had one goal – to provide top quality exterior remodeling products and workmanship at a reasonable price along with incredible service before and after the job. Exterior Designers Inc started with and maintains that philosophy and mission.

"I requested quotes and met with a number of companies. By far, I enjoyed meeting with John. He was informative and thorough at our meeting. Given the information provided, and our own research, I also felt as though our values matched up nicely. So much so, that we planned on using EDI services, given the quote was reasonable. However, we were never given our quote. We were strung along by a series of emails, and then received no more responses. I have tried many times to reach out for the quote, and after that, to inquire as to what happened. Again, no response at all. Now, after waiting so long, we have to start the entire process over again, and as it is October, we essentially have no hope of getting a new roof this season. I really hope our current last through the winter. This is entire unprofessional behavior, and I grow so weary of companies that make promises and do not fulfil them. We should at the very least be treated with enough respect to be given an explanation as to why they cannot or will not perform the work."

James O on September 2021

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Elgin, IL

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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