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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TG Building & Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were outstanding! They showed up on time and worked late everyday to meet my deadline. Not only were they dependable and hardworking they also cleaned up after themselves. How refreshing to hire someone that goes over and beyond your expectations!"
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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AWD Cabinetry
5.0(
19
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Art Wood Designs performed was beyond my expectations. They could not have been more enjoyable to work with and could not have done a better job. They define the phrase going the extra mile. I look forward to hiring them again."
Furniture - Custom Made Project
Custom kitchen
Butcher block kitchen
custom kitchen and island
Custom kitchen

+30

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Douglas Custom Painting
4.9(
18
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Douglas Custom Painting came out quickly and provided a quote and start date. He was on time and completed the project quickly. He was very professional and explained the process thoroughly. We would definitely use him again for a future project."
In the process
Clean deck ready to stain
Exterior painting siding and doors
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+14

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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House Doctors of Mooresville
4.9(
24
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gabriel did an incredible job. I needed part of a dryer vent reconnected under the house in the crawlspace, and not only did he get that job done, he reinforced the parts with additional tape and a clamp to make sure the part doesn?t come loose again. A reasonable price for above and beyond service."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate88%
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E & E Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Robert arrived on time and promptly began working on removing our broken front door. He installed the new door and hardware. The new door fits great and seals completely. I am a happy and satisfied customer. "
Fence Restoration
Fence Restoration
Fence Restoration
Fence Restoration
Fence Restoration

+20

Response time3 hrs
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hickory, NC

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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