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Master Handyman LLC -
5.0(
17
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Serving Hollister, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I appreciated the ability to communicate with Tom on line, I have a long shift and am not available during the day. Project began a day late, but I am extremely happy with the finished product. Tom was pleasant and professional, did not need much direction, and fence was completed within the expected time span."
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wahoo Handyman Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Hollister, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex arrived on time for my chain link fence quote and gave gate info as to what we should have in the space being custom fenced in. His quote was reasonable and he was able install the fencing the following week with a deposit on materials. We are very happy with the fencing to keep animals contained in a smaller area of our yard. A few minor scratches were promptly attended to and I am extremely satisfied with the completed job!"
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Mac's Do It All
4.5(
35
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Serving Hollister, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tommy and his crew were hired to repair some siding and do exterior painting. They discovered hidden pest damage under the siding and quickly evaluated the damage, developed an estimate and a plan and undertook the repairs in a professional manner. The finished product is excellent. Would certainly consider Macs Do It All for any future project"
Response time5 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Hollister, MO

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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