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FAMB Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Contractor did excellent work. Asked before any needed change was done. Over the several days it took to complete re-decking the surface and replacing the stairs , when finished for the day he removed all of the debris from each day so none was accumulated in the yard."
Regular Wood Deck
Deck
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Frame Moulding
Deck

+37

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Alexander Townsley
5.0(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job at a fair price. Repaired fence, gate and deck and stained them both. Looks like new. I couldnâ t be happier. Would highly recommend!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JW Home Improvement
4.6(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We were very pleased with the quality of work delivered on our project to repair our indoor stair railing. Over a period of two decades our cat had used the railing posts as a scratching post. We were concerned that the repair might not be esthetically pleasing without a full replacement. We were delighted that a pleasing and economical solution was delivered for this project in the promised timeframe. The assigned worker communicated well, offered options and delivered beyond our expectations."
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Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bill Smith did a fine job replacing the lattice under a deck with white vinyl lattice, including building two gates to get to under deck storage, painting the handrails, and repairing and painting the metal handrails on the front porch. He even reattached a fallen shingle on the roof without charge. He was meticulous, professional, and courteous. Good communication via email. Will hire again."
Roland Park
Woodbine
Silver Spring
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After

+16

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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E&V remodeling innovation
5.0(
12
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the flooring repair! From start to finish, the experience was smooth and professional. The team arrived on time, clearly explained what needed to be done, and worked efficiently. The repair blends perfectly with the existing floor—you honestly can’t tell there was ever any damage. They paid great attention to detail, kept the area clean, and finished right on schedule. Excellent craftsmanship, fair pricing, and outstanding customer service. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing flooring repair."
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Framing Project
Deck
Deck

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Valet Pros LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Home Valet Pros is your trusted local handyman service, providing skilled, reliable home repairs and maintenance across Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our licensed, insured, background-checked technicians handle carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, fixture replacements, light plumbing, light electrical, and a full range of home repair projects with professionalism and care.

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Ellicott City, MD

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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