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Beaver's Building, Home Improvement & Repair LLC
4.5(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"The pro promised to complete a job by a certain time, never even started. Then returns only half of my deposit. My contract with this pro is through your app."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Powers Performance Construction LLC
4.8(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am the proud home owner of this attic renovation. The attic feels even better in person. Honestly I was going to DIY the attic renovation, but I'm glad that I didn't. The Powers team were incredible. The thing I liked the most about working with them was the transparency from start to finish. Always clear upfront communication about costs and the plans. Also there was a willingness to be a creative problem solver to give us the best. I'm really glad I chose the Powers team. Looking forward to working with them again in the future. Sincerely Ronald Catucci"
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T & S Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend T&S Remodelling for gutter cleaning as well as chimney work (i.e. repair, liner). Jeff is professional and clear on the pros/cons of your options. He delivers what he says he will do, is quick to respond, and genuinely wants to make sure that your questions are answered. Thank you!"
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Elizabeth, 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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