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CF Handyworks
New to Angi

Serving Hamel, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Caleb—a veteran and reliable local handyman serving Wood River, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, and the greater St. Louis area. I specialize in handyman services, carpentry, and light electrical work, helping homeowners handle everything from small repairs to larger home improvement projects.\n\nWhether you need light fixtures installed, outlets replaced, drywall repaired, doors hung, trim work, or custom carpentry, I bring attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.\n\nI take pride in clear communication, showing up on time, and delivering clean, professional results. No shortcuts, no surprises—just quality work you can count on.\n\nSend me a message with your project details or photos, and I’ll help you get it done right.

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DVD Shelf R Angle
Front R Angle
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Ceiling Lights Install

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Honey Do's Solutions LLC
4.6(
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Serving Hamel, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"the company set up an appointment to measure the surface area of my deck, rails and stairs. They were delayed when another appointment was double-booked, but they called and apologized. The representative came out, was very professional, measured my wood surface area, and informed me that my surface area was over 1000 sq ft. This, along with the greater than $4000 price astonished me. I declined to have Honey Do's do the work, and I requested and received a refund for the $299 deal."
Old kitchen (Before photo)
Kitchen remodel
Awesome granite
New dream kitchen
Kitchen remodel

+43

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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General Construction Services
4.7(
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Serving Hamel, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We chose General Construction Services after receiving a number of bids from local contractors that priced the cost of finishing our basement & building a deck at a much higher level than what Dennis at General Construction Services offered. Not only was the cost of the construction affordable, we were very impressed with the outcome. The deck is a great addition to our home and the quality of the finished basement met the expectation of matching the style, color and feel of the rest of the house. Lastly, Dennis' crew is professional and courteous. We recommend General Construction Services for all of your construction needs--they are affordable, professional, and produce a high quality product"
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+6

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Smith Welding Service, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Hamel, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company did an excellent job of staining our deck. They gave a very competitive price that we were pleased with. Their bid was actually half of other companies. Very friendly and attentive to our questions. When they were done they cleaned up and returned everything to its place where they had moved it from. We will definitely have them returning when we need their services again. They do about any type of handyman work. Welding, carpentry, painting, staining, etc."
Pretty!
Welded for strength, and longevity.
Stackin' Dimes
I love what I do!
Multi Section welds

+20

Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hamel, IL

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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