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O'Donnell Decking
4.96(
13
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Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mike is an excellent communicator and worked with us to get the kind of deck and railing we wanted. He was also attentive to our desire to do some water mitigation before the deck got put on. We appreciated that he started the project on time and was diligent to complete. We are thrilled with the end result and the quality of the work. Great to work with! Highly recommend O'Donnell Builders."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Cedar Rapids Entry & Window
5.00(
19
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In business since 1977

Free estimates

My name is Gary Tallman, and I am a semi-retired General Construction Remodeling Contractor of 35 years to Eastern Iowa. We are the home of the perfect install. A few years ago I decided to slow down a little and to simplify things a bit. We did this by narrowing our business advertising focus to primarily market for the repair and replacement of residential and commercial doors, windows, and skylights. It's been a perfect match for me because it takes a full skill set to do this work, and it helps to keep me off the taller ladders..and that makes me a happy craftsman :)\nI'd like to mention that we chose to honor the community by offering senior and military discounts.\nD.B.A Cedar Rapids Entry & Window.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Backwoods Home Improvement
New to Angi

In business since 2023

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
4.84(
920
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J3 Drywall & Construction
New to Angi

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We can handle all your home improvement or remodeling needs. Everything from a new roof to building your dream deck and anything in between.

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Don Jeffrey Construction
5.00(
4
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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It looks better than I expected. Don is professional and very good at what he does. I would recommend his work to anyone."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
EK Fabrications
New to Angi

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Commercial carpentry and iron railing fabrications

Schoon's Concrete and Construction
5.00(
2
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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Free estimates

Recommended by100%of homeowners
PRK Williams Construction & Remodeling
4.50(
2
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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

PRK Williams Construction & Remodeling consists of a group of skilled carpenters who can tackle almost any remodeling or repair job. This business is built on doing high quality work and satisfied customers. Our company continues to grow into new areas, but always with the same commitment to improving the quality of people's lives. It is our intent to continue to grow with the same commitment which has driven us in the past, and continue to add products and services which add value to our customer's lives.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Fairfax, IA

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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