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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
95
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy process from quote to work complete. The crew worked on a few small projects -- fixed a damaged wall, repaired flooring, and installed a new toilet."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1779

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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CT Home Improvement LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andy came the next day after we called him and gave us a very reasonable estimate for the painting of our kitchen, dining room/living room, as well as making a repair to the ceiling and painting the entire ceiling into the hallway. He and his crew knocked it out in three-and-a-half days. His crew was very neat and always cleaned up. Andy also carted all his garbage at the end of the job. CT Home Improvement are friendly, reliable and trustworthy. I recommend them."
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+53

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Overstate Roofing Services Inc.
4.9(
28
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had terrible damages to our roof from the recent storm, and needed it repaired urgently. Ice dams also needed to be cleared off to prevent further leaking and damages. I saw that this company had great reviews, when they reached out they made my repair and consultation urgent and withing 2 days my repairs were completed. quality products used, they were professional and made sure to show pictures and video of the before and after. It was a pleasure working with their team. "
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
695 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buckland Home Contractor
5.0(
77
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kurt did an excellent job repairing our windows and support beams. He is highly detail-oriented and able to match woodworking styles and colors. Kurt was able to repair extensive rot damage and made the windows look better than they did before. He is very tidy and always communicated very well. He is very friendly and pleasant, and upfront with what’s going on. I would recommend him without hesitation."
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+139

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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NBC Carpentry LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

"Nathan does tremendous work, at a fair price, and in a timely manner. We had a section of our exterior rot out under our siding and he made the necessary repairs with a quick turn around, and also took steps to mitigate the risk of this issue occuring again. We would recommend Nathan to our friends and family any day."
Pass Job
Pass Job
Pass Job
Pass Job
Pass Job

+138

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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EA Development LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EA development were very efficient in their work and helpful towards transforming my bathroom into a desired bathroom remodel. I definitely recommend their work."
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen

+28

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-Z Contractors LLC
4.8(
8
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Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He as I requested even though it was late in the evening. After insulation he stayed to plug in , connected the cable and helped to get the new tv going for me. Much appreciated. Very professional work and friendly personality. The experience could not be better. I recommend the company any day."
finished living room
Living room area
Finished Master Bedroom
Finished #rd bedroom
own home

+33

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hamden, CT

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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