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Avatar for Aldo Handyman Services
Aldo Handyman Services
5.0(
27
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aldo was punctual, and competent. He communicated everything very well. He and his crew were timely, well mannered and efficient. The interior stairs of my fathers brownstone were carpeted for over 30 years and a previous contractor had removed the carpet without completing the job. Aldo removed the nails and residue carpet material, repaired several treads of the staircase, replaced several spindles, laid vinyl flooring , and painted the risers and spindles. He consulted with me on every decision, colors, materials, and their practicality. The job was completed sooner than he had initially estimated. I will definitely be hiring him again."
BATHROOM
BATHROOM
BATHROOM
BATHROOM
BACKSPLASH

+63

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J&S Steel and Home Construction, LLC
4.5(
11
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found John and Sherry to be knowledgeable, professional and extremely organized. The job was completed timely and as promised. They were also flexible and easy to work with."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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HANDYMACK Construction & Renovation
4.8(
105
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mack Rubio does fantastic woodwork. He and Juri responded within minutes of my request for new porch stairs and railings, as well as replacement of rotted fascia and siding. His work is solid, fast, and precise. Excellent skill and craftsmanship. His estimates are affordable and his team are always punctual and professional. This is my first home purchase and it is a fixer-upper, so I will definitely be calling Mack again for assistance with all of our home improvement projects. I highly recommend HandyMack for all home repairs and renovations!"
During Framing Process
Newly Built Ramp
Before Ramp
New Stove Before Framing
New Stove After Framing

+80

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Powers Performance Construction LLC
4.6(
23
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome! They showed up when they said they would. Completed the floor when theysaid they would and charged what they agreed to in the beginning!"
Decks and Porches Project
Remodeling - General Project
General Remodeling Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Gazebo

+53

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Project House BKN
5.0(
10
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ray and his team came to my home to install an outdoor shed for the backyard. They were professional and worked efficiently and diligently until the project was completed. Furthermore, they went the extra mile to help with the disposal of the shed box. I would recommend Ray and his team for any projects. Thank you again."
Door hang project
Extension
RESULT
RESULT
halfway through

+26

Response time6 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
1
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio, at Greenovative, was great. I really enjoyed his professionalism. He and his crew found creative ways to decrease the price of the project. We are happy we gave Greenovative this project. Honestly, we will use them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Forest Hills, NY

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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