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Finish Line Remodeling LLC
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Serving Hanover, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"James possesses a knack for design as well as keen attention to detail. His pricing is competitive and often below what comparable services offer. I was well-pleased with his work. It turned out beautiful! In addition, he did a backsplash with arabesque style tile, put up a stove hood, installed a shiplap wall and redid framing around windows and doors, plus additional framing."
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Jaworski All-Trade
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Serving Hanover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"I was very happy with the amount of communication that Tyler had regarding scheduling and the explaining the process of the work that was going to be completed. He showed great knowledge and professionalism during the entire process. Overall extremely happy with the work that was done and in the amount of time. Just moved into our new home 3 months ago and will have plenty of projects in the future -would definitely consider hiring Tyler again in the future."
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Murphy Family Electric
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Serving Hanover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Appointment was made easily online. Danny called to arrive at an earlier time. He was punctual, professional, and did an amazing job removing and replacing a kitchen lighting fixture. We are so thankful for Danny and his great work. We will call again if future repairs are needed. Thank you!"
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Custom Closets
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Serving Hanover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Dale was very professional and meticulous in the work he did to repair our kitchen ceiling. We had a hard time getting together at first due to his busy schedule but he made time on a Sunday to due to the work which was above and beyond what we expected. I would recommend his services to anyone looking for a skilled drywall installation or repair person . We are thinking of using his services again for other projects in the future."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hanover, PA

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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