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Jim the Handyman
4.7(
557
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My experience with Jim the Handyman was great from start to finish. They responded to my initial inquiry promptly, sent someone to thoroughly assess the necessary work, and then met and exceeded my expectations when completing the work. I needed several repairs to set of French doors. One company wanted to replace the entire door set for $3500. Jim the Handyman did only the necessary work for $285. I appreciated not only the quality of the work, but the honesty about what was required. I'll now use Jim the Handyman for a variety of projects around the house when they come up. Kudos!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JW Home Improvement
4.4(
5,749
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"This is the second time that I have used JW Home Improvement to replace some of the wood on my deck that had rotted. Josh, the estimator came out as scheduled and was able to schedule the repair crew to come out the next day (due to a cancellation). The two-man crew arrived right on schedule and worked diligently, finishing the repairs very well. I am again pleased with this company and am happy to refer them for any of their handyman services. In fact, I have already given a reference to my neighbor for similar work."
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Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Davis Contracting
4.3(
462
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rotted roof and railing on front portico. Great quote for repair (yeah), however, tear down uncovered extensive water damage which doubled the price (boo), it did not slow down the progress. Lightning fast started next day, complete project took less than 2 days. Excellent work, professional team. Would highly recommend to others."
White House
Exterior roofing
Exterior roofing
Exterior roofing
Exterior roofing

+7

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ultra Improvements, LLC
5.0(
19
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Steve is a true pro. He replaced old rotten wood and told us the reason the wood was rotting. Replaced with pressure treated wood and added a channel to direct the rainwater to the gutter instead of around it. Highly recommend."
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Finished Deck
Finished Deck
Finished Deck

+1

Response time3 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Gabriel Decks & Fences, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Gabriel Decks & Fences, Inc., is proud to be serving the area with expert services with your satisfaction as our ultimate goal. With over 12 years of experience in our area of expertise, you can rest assured that your project will receive the high quality craftsmanship that only experience can bring. Call on us today, you will be glad you did!

Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck

+3

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A&H Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
32
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angel and his team did an amazing job! The setup of our house resulted in a few issues and they came up with great solutions and took care of everything no problem. Would definitely use them again and recommend them to others."
Bruce quick silver
Bruce quick silver
Bruce quick silver
Bruce quick silver
Bruce quick silver

+35

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mendez Painting Services LLC
4.5(
320
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! We knew there was some rotted wood, but found more as the project progressed, and although we thought we wanted the downspout painted white, once we saw it we realized it should have been painted to match the brick. The additional cost to replace the rotted wood (with pvc) was fair and the painters didn't grumble when I asked them to repaint the downspout - which required a 60 foot ladder! The painters checked all the window to make sure they would open and replaced the screens. The project took 3 weeks to complete and would have been finished sooner except for a few rain days. The clean up was good. I would definitely use Mr. Mendez again and recommend him without reservation."
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+83

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ALM Carpentry
5.0(
1
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

\nHello! My name is Aldo Mendes and I've been working in the home-remodeling and carpentry industry for 20+ years. Since opening my company in 2019, my team and I have combined our expertise and artistry to deliver truly exceptional projects. We're detail-oriented and help our clients achieve their dream home- we even help visionalize your future home if you're ensure! We're excited to work with you and we re always a phone call away. -Aldo

Response rate100%
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Fairfax, VA

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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