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Integrated Electrical Solutions, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Hillsborough, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Came here to unclogged my drain, was here in less than an house, gave up and just too much. The following day, a guy came and got it done."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
1289 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.6(
476
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Serving Hillsborough, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Had to reschedule my original appointment due to their late arrival for the first scheduled time. The office admin was helpful in taking care of that. Once they did arrive on a later date, the work was done quickly, efficiently and of high-quality. I will consider them for an additional project in the future."
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Response time3 days
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Util Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillsborough, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Util Construction. Could not be happier with how they reconstructed my deck. The communication was excellent and they showed up on time and finished the project to our expectation. Beautiful workmanship."
Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services Central Jersey
New to Angi

Serving Hillsborough, NJ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Looking for reliable and skilled handyman services in Central Jersey? Look no further than Ace Handyman Services. We are your one-stop shop for a wide range of home improvement projects, big or small. Our experienced and insured professionals can handle everything from fixing leaky faucets to installing new cabinets. \nWe understand that your home is your biggest investment, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship that you can trust. That's why we offer a satisfaction guarantee on all of our services. Our craftsmen combined 100+ years of experience and are background checked, insured, and bonded. But what truly sets us apart is our dedication to exceptional customer service. We take the time to understand your needs and provide you with a free consultation to discuss your project. We'll also work with you to stay within your budget. Don't let those home improvement tasks pile up any longer. Call Ace Handyman Services today and experience the difference for yourself.

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hillsborough, NJ

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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