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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of North and West Central MD

Mr. Handyman of North and West Central MD

5836 Urbana Pike, Suite A
4.18(
168
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Approved Pro

Mr. Handyman of North and West Central MD

5836 Urbana Pike, Suite A
4.18(
168
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience
Warranties offered

As North America's most trusted handyman company, Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"I needed to have a window balance replaced. When he completed the initial estimate, I needed to have two window balances replaced because he broke a second one. I was charged to the parts and labor to replace both. Costs are not disclosed. For example, I was charged $198.89 for MH.MRE.605.0100 and $115.90 for MH.MTA.000.0004. Eventually I found out that the $115.90 was to locate and pick up the parts. There was also a Service Charge. When I asked what that was for, I was told "a fee for lack of a better term." My original estimate was for $300.13 but I ended up paying $412.78. There are better and more transparent options than Mr. Handyman."

Vernon A on February 2025

As North America's most trusted handyman company, Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"I needed to have a window balance replaced. When he completed the initial estimate, I needed to have two window balances replaced because he broke a second one. I was charged to the parts and labor to replace both. Costs are not disclosed. For example, I was charged $198.89 for MH.MRE.605.0100 and $115.90 for MH.MTA.000.0004. Eventually I found out that the $115.90 was to locate and pick up the parts. There was also a Service Charge. When I asked what that was for, I was told "a fee for lack of a better term." My original estimate was for $300.13 but I ended up paying $412.78. There are better and more transparent options than Mr. Handyman."

Vernon A on February 2025


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American Professional Chimney & Masonry

4519 Buchanan St
4.63(
2,313
)
Approved Pro

American Professional Chimney & Masonry

4519 Buchanan St
4.63(
2,313
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
83 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Multiple Super Service Award winner. We clean, Inspect, repair, install & reline chimneys, wood & gas stoves, fireplaces, sidewalks, driveways & do historic tuck pointing. Owner, Dave Myers, is the area's most experienced chimney diagnostician (since 1973). We have an A-Plus BBB rating & emphasize customer service excellence in every aspect of our business. What differentiates us from other companies is that we provide a thorough analysis and estimate for any necessary repairs, without any pressure or emphasis on sales. We are happy to prioritize any repairs that may be needed so that customer's can budget accordingly. Additional phones - 301-699-6050, Catherine Wilson, manager: 202-468-5590, 202-483-0440, 202-483-2223, and Dave Myers: 202-468-5596. Also doing business as: Artful Dusters Chimney Sweeps. Evening hours available but dependent on demand, requirements and availability of personnel.

"Everything was great!"

Alan R on October 2024

Multiple Super Service Award winner. We clean, Inspect, repair, install & reline chimneys, wood & gas stoves, fireplaces, sidewalks, driveways & do historic tuck pointing. Owner, Dave Myers, is the area's most experienced chimney diagnostician (since 1973). We have an A-Plus BBB rating & emphasize customer service excellence in every aspect of our business. What differentiates us from other companies is that we provide a thorough analysis and estimate for any necessary repairs, without any pressure or emphasis on sales. We are happy to prioritize any repairs that may be needed so that customer's can budget accordingly. Additional phones - 301-699-6050, Catherine Wilson, manager: 202-468-5590, 202-483-0440, 202-483-2223, and Dave Myers: 202-468-5596. Also doing business as: Artful Dusters Chimney Sweeps. Evening hours available but dependent on demand, requirements and availability of personnel.

"Everything was great!"

Alan R on October 2024


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Chimney.com

10 Old Bonifant Rd
4.45(
573
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Approved Pro

Chimney.com

10 Old Bonifant Rd
4.45(
573
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
253 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Chimney.com provides modern, innovative venting solutions while never losing the time-honored traditions taught by the chimney and masonry professionals before us. Whether it’s a simple chimney sweep or a comprehensive rebuild from the ground up, Chimney.com has 30+ years of knowledge, training and experience to get the job done right. Call us today!

"the team, Jon, Tiffany and the fabulous work of Enrique and his guys were top notch. from the assessment to the follow up to the completion we were were happy all the way around and now enjoying a nightly safe, comfortable roaring fire during these cold months."

Jonathan K on December 2024

Chimney.com provides modern, innovative venting solutions while never losing the time-honored traditions taught by the chimney and masonry professionals before us. Whether it’s a simple chimney sweep or a comprehensive rebuild from the ground up, Chimney.com has 30+ years of knowledge, training and experience to get the job done right. Call us today!

"the team, Jon, Tiffany and the fabulous work of Enrique and his guys were top notch. from the assessment to the follow up to the completion we were were happy all the way around and now enjoying a nightly safe, comfortable roaring fire during these cold months."

Jonathan K on December 2024


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MCP Chimney & Masonry Inc

27505 Ridge Rd
4.49(
45
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Approved Pro

MCP Chimney & Masonry Inc

27505 Ridge Rd
4.49(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
176 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Let me introduce myself and tell you about us. I’m Mike, the founder and owner of MCP Chimney and Masonry. MCP is a company I started in 1994 with only an old pickup, three hundred dollars, and a mission to treat all of my customers like family. Today, each MCP employee is trained to provide the highest quality chimney work. We want to be more than just your average contractor, we want to be the personal chimney and masonry company that you can trust and rely on for a lifetime. As you can imagine, trustworthiness in a chimney company is paramount. Customers cannot easily see chimney work that is recommended. MCP treats our customers the way we like to be treated as customers. I am so grateful that our customers’ trust in us over the years has spurred our growth despite minimal advertising. These word of mouth recommendations of our fiercely loyal customer base has pushed MCP from a single employee with a single truck to twenty-five year-round employees working in fully staffed offices. We hope you will give us a chance to be your trusted chimney company. We will work hard to keep you happy.

"They were very great to work with. They are always on time, very punctual and the quality of work was excellent."

Will W on April 2023

Let me introduce myself and tell you about us. I’m Mike, the founder and owner of MCP Chimney and Masonry. MCP is a company I started in 1994 with only an old pickup, three hundred dollars, and a mission to treat all of my customers like family. Today, each MCP employee is trained to provide the highest quality chimney work. We want to be more than just your average contractor, we want to be the personal chimney and masonry company that you can trust and rely on for a lifetime. As you can imagine, trustworthiness in a chimney company is paramount. Customers cannot easily see chimney work that is recommended. MCP treats our customers the way we like to be treated as customers. I am so grateful that our customers’ trust in us over the years has spurred our growth despite minimal advertising. These word of mouth recommendations of our fiercely loyal customer base has pushed MCP from a single employee with a single truck to twenty-five year-round employees working in fully staffed offices. We hope you will give us a chance to be your trusted chimney company. We will work hard to keep you happy.

"They were very great to work with. They are always on time, very punctual and the quality of work was excellent."

Will W on April 2023


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Zen Windows of Washington DC

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5.00(
117
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Approved Pro

Zen Windows of Washington DC

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5.00(
117
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
335 local quotes requested

At Zen Windows, we think that finding replacement windows, sliding doors and entry doors for your home should be a simple, pleasant experience. Our team works closely with you via e-mail and phone to help shape the improvements you envision without ever having a salesperson visit your home. We offer award-winning, energy-efficient windows and doors, and provide a lifetime transferable product and installation warranty. Zen Windows sets our clients at ease with our No Down Payment Policy. You won't pay a penny until the job is completed. Simple, easy, stress-free...the way it should be.

"Our builder grade 1990s wood windows, door, transom and site-lite windows had all suffered from age and neglected painting. They were all long overdue for replacement and then we discovered Zen Windows of Washington, DC. They are consummate professionals. Their high quality, energy efficient products backed by a transferable lifetime warranty, strong technical knowledge, excellent value (price/quality relationship), pressure free consultative sales approach, and absolutely incredible install team left us 100% satisfied from beginning to end. The leader of the install team promised us that they would do the install as if it was his own home and actually did! I am very detail oriented and given the complexity of the job, their work was truly unbelievable. It’s perfect! Don’t waste your time with Andersen, Pella, Thompson Creek or others. Look no further than Zen Windows of Washington DC and work together with them to find the best solution for you. You will be very happy you did."

Devon S on June 2025

At Zen Windows, we think that finding replacement windows, sliding doors and entry doors for your home should be a simple, pleasant experience. Our team works closely with you via e-mail and phone to help shape the improvements you envision without ever having a salesperson visit your home. We offer award-winning, energy-efficient windows and doors, and provide a lifetime transferable product and installation warranty. Zen Windows sets our clients at ease with our No Down Payment Policy. You won't pay a penny until the job is completed. Simple, easy, stress-free...the way it should be.

"Our builder grade 1990s wood windows, door, transom and site-lite windows had all suffered from age and neglected painting. They were all long overdue for replacement and then we discovered Zen Windows of Washington, DC. They are consummate professionals. Their high quality, energy efficient products backed by a transferable lifetime warranty, strong technical knowledge, excellent value (price/quality relationship), pressure free consultative sales approach, and absolutely incredible install team left us 100% satisfied from beginning to end. The leader of the install team promised us that they would do the install as if it was his own home and actually did! I am very detail oriented and given the complexity of the job, their work was truly unbelievable. It’s perfect! Don’t waste your time with Andersen, Pella, Thompson Creek or others. Look no further than Zen Windows of Washington DC and work together with them to find the best solution for you. You will be very happy you did."

Devon S on June 2025


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Innovative Home Improvement

6533 Meadowfield Ct
5.00(
119
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Approved Pro

Innovative Home Improvement

6533 Meadowfield Ct
5.00(
119
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
200 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated company since 1986. .We are a client based company,hassle free no sales pressure or gimmicks with our presentations.we offer one of the best warranties in the market .We have our own crews to guarantee great installations every time.We offer premier energy efficient vinyl windows and vinyl siding.

"Responsive, responsible and did all that was promised. Promply corrected small mistake."

Judith R on June 2025

We are a family owned and operated company since 1986. .We are a client based company,hassle free no sales pressure or gimmicks with our presentations.we offer one of the best warranties in the market .We have our own crews to guarantee great installations every time.We offer premier energy efficient vinyl windows and vinyl siding.

"Responsive, responsible and did all that was promised. Promply corrected small mistake."

Judith R on June 2025


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FOX CREEK BUILDERS LLC

276 Long Point Rd
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro

FOX CREEK BUILDERS LLC

276 Long Point Rd
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
315 local quotes requested

Thank you for your interest in Fox Creek Builders, LLC. We specialize in all types of insulated vinyl and cement siding systems, wood and vinyl energy star thermal windows, and architectural and traditional roof shingles. By using only premium materials, most of our work carries a lifetime warranty. We now install Environmental Stoneworks cultured cut stone products. We have a wide variety of shapes colors and sizes from Natural Fieldstone to Quarry and Ledgestone. Whether you need insulated windows and siding before the cold weather sets in or a new roof before the next rainy season, call Fox Creek Builders, LLC. Our design team will provide you with a detailed analysis of your project with all product options and a firm cost estimate. We do this in a relaxed and professional manner with respect for your limited time. Our factory-trained installers will guarantee the best possible installation and maximize all manufacturers’ warranties.

"They did a great job, cleaned everything up and it went well. It looks really good and I would highly recommend them. I will definitely hire them again."

Fred P on June 2020

Thank you for your interest in Fox Creek Builders, LLC. We specialize in all types of insulated vinyl and cement siding systems, wood and vinyl energy star thermal windows, and architectural and traditional roof shingles. By using only premium materials, most of our work carries a lifetime warranty. We now install Environmental Stoneworks cultured cut stone products. We have a wide variety of shapes colors and sizes from Natural Fieldstone to Quarry and Ledgestone. Whether you need insulated windows and siding before the cold weather sets in or a new roof before the next rainy season, call Fox Creek Builders, LLC. Our design team will provide you with a detailed analysis of your project with all product options and a firm cost estimate. We do this in a relaxed and professional manner with respect for your limited time. Our factory-trained installers will guarantee the best possible installation and maximize all manufacturers’ warranties.

"They did a great job, cleaned everything up and it went well. It looks really good and I would highly recommend them. I will definitely hire them again."

Fred P on June 2020


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Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps

889 Highams Ct
4.56(
782
)
Approved Pro

Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps

889 Highams Ct
4.56(
782
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2689 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Sixpenny Chimney & Briggs Heating & Air as well as Air Duct Cleaning specializes in chimney cleaning and repair, air duct/dryer vent cleaning, gutter cleaning, house cleaning, masonry work, and pressure washing. With over 31 years of experience, you can be sure you are receiving a quality service for a fair price. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at 703-491-8697!

"Was very responsive and did an excellent job."

Rachelle P on July 2023

Sixpenny Chimney & Briggs Heating & Air as well as Air Duct Cleaning specializes in chimney cleaning and repair, air duct/dryer vent cleaning, gutter cleaning, house cleaning, masonry work, and pressure washing. With over 31 years of experience, you can be sure you are receiving a quality service for a fair price. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at 703-491-8697!

"Was very responsive and did an excellent job."

Rachelle P on July 2023


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Power Home Remodeling

12101 Tech Road
4.31(
838
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Approved Pro

Power Home Remodeling

12101 Tech Road
4.31(
838
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
3194 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.

"Power Home Remodeling has been fantastic. We had them come out to replace our gutters and were very impressed with the quality of their work. The crew that did the job kept everything clean and organized; you wouldn’t have known they had been there, which is uncommon for many companies. We were so impressed that we are now moving forward with replacing our siding. Everyone at Power Home Remodeling has been incredibly helpful throughout this process, and we couldn’t be happier. We will work with them on future home projects."

Jonathan R on June 2025

As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.

"Power Home Remodeling has been fantastic. We had them come out to replace our gutters and were very impressed with the quality of their work. The crew that did the job kept everything clean and organized; you wouldn’t have known they had been there, which is uncommon for many companies. We were so impressed that we are now moving forward with replacing our siding. Everyone at Power Home Remodeling has been incredibly helpful throughout this process, and we couldn’t be happier. We will work with them on future home projects."

Jonathan R on June 2025


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Mr. Handyman of Northern Montgomery County

26816 Howard Chapel Drive
4.80(
82
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Approved Pro

Mr. Handyman of Northern Montgomery County

26816 Howard Chapel Drive
4.80(
82
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
132 local quotes requested

Mr. Handyman provides superior customer service with excellent workmanship. We strive to be the most trusted and most professional in home maintenance/repairs. We value every customer and look forward to servicing your home.

"Perfectly. I was very pleased with Gary and his work."

Marion A on November 2020

Mr. Handyman provides superior customer service with excellent workmanship. We strive to be the most trusted and most professional in home maintenance/repairs. We value every customer and look forward to servicing your home.

"Perfectly. I was very pleased with Gary and his work."

Marion A on November 2020

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Germantown, 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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