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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
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Serving Fitchburg, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have had Phelan Construction do numerous house improvements for us over the years. Most recently it involved wood gutter repair, wood steps, railing, hanging screen doors, soffit and fascia repair, and painting. Previously Bob replaced siding on a large area of our house with new cedar siding. We have always been more than happy with Bob's work ethic, quality of work and overall pleasantness."
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Recent Basement Alteration
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Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Fitchburg, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"When Gaby Sent me his work proposal by text message I found myself wondering whether he was reliable or legitimate. However, I hired him to replace my stairway railing because his reviews were so good. I'm very glad I did. This guy is a real pro. It is fascinating to watch him work. He is very quick but also very precise. Obviously knows what he is doing. His work was excellent. The price was certainly fair. I also added on for or five small jobs inside the house such as repairing doors, etc., and he added these onto the job without any hassle. It was a pleasure working with him. I certainly would hire him again and consider him a great resource for my future carpentry needs."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Humberto Morais
5.0(
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Serving Fitchburg, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely excellent. Beto is a meticulous, talented carpenter. Our railings are beautiful. The tile work in the shower is perfect as were the installation of shower doors."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+77

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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T.J. Cormier Construction
4.9(
67
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Serving Fitchburg, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ installed three exterior doors in the house I recently moved to. We were suspicious of a lot of rot under the doors, especially the large front door, and wanted to make sure new doors were not just installed, but the entire framing repaired and replaced before new doors went in. TJ measured everything before his estimate (which was highly detailed and accurate) and came back to confirm measurements before ordering materials. He completed the work in the exact timeline he had given us, and was great at communicating over text and phone calls. He found and repaired the rot under the front door, and then repaired and installed two normal sized exterior doors, including our basement door which was a mess to begin with. TJ also had to deal with some not-so-great flooring installation from the previous owners, and he made it work. The floor looks great, you could never tell there was a 3ft by 5ft section removed and repaired just a day before. With TJ's help, we were able to custom order the exact door style we wanted, and he helped us with some design and materials choices. The house has been given an incredible facelift, and I feel so much better knowing the doors are safe and sturdy. TJ was extremely courteous and thoughtful in his work. He left the work area and property looking immaculate each day he worked with us. He was also very conscientious with our dog, which I appreciated. I have received massive compliments on all the doors, and will be working with TJ again for our deck this summer. We signed the contract with confidence and excitement because TJ's results are very professional and will certainly last a lifetime."
Exterior
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Response time2 days
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Fitchburg, MA

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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