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Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area
4.7(
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Serving Goddard, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went very well. Really appreciated the technician going over each part of the job and estimate; explaining what would be done, why, and cost. The roof repair required a couple of steps starting with the least expensive and progressing as needed. When additional work was required, the technician explained the issue with photos and diagrams. We were very satisfied with the end result."
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Absolute Home Improvement
4.7(
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Serving Goddard, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and Hector were extremely professional and upfront from the beginning. Their work was really great and the results so far are nice. I haven't noticed any more leaks since their repair. I believe they fixed my problem and I'm happy."
Response time6 hrs
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Goddard, KS

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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