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Fogg's Painting and Construction

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Fogg's Painting and Construction

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Customers say: Quality work
45 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Fogg's Painting and Construction, we have over twenty-five years of home improvement contracting experience. We specialize in professional, friendly painting and carpentry services for your beautiful home. There is not a job that is too big or small. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Fogg's painting and construction did a fantastic job on our new stairs. They were very professional and accomodating to our schedule. They got the job done quickly and it's exactly what we wanted. The crew who did the job were very efficient and kind. We would highly recommend them!"

Erica F on August 2021

Here at Fogg's Painting and Construction, we have over twenty-five years of home improvement contracting experience. We specialize in professional, friendly painting and carpentry services for your beautiful home. There is not a job that is too big or small. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Fogg's painting and construction did a fantastic job on our new stairs. They were very professional and accomodating to our schedule. They got the job done quickly and it's exactly what we wanted. The crew who did the job were very efficient and kind. We would highly recommend them!"

Erica F on August 2021

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Oliver Construction

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Oliver Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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8 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Friendly hard working from both men"

Edna G on November 2024

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Friendly hard working from both men"

Edna G on November 2024

Joshua Indermuehle

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Joshua Indermuehle

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I'm a carpenter, handyman, and Builder with 30 years experience working in and around the Portland area. I can handle anything from small handyman projects to additions and garages, I have a lot of experience doing full remodels, additions, roofing and siding, decks, built-in Cabinetry, and sheds.

I'm a carpenter, handyman, and Builder with 30 years experience working in and around the Portland area. I can handle anything from small handyman projects to additions and garages, I have a lot of experience doing full remodels, additions, roofing and siding, decks, built-in Cabinetry, and sheds.

FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Kennebunkport, ME

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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