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Avatar for Reigle Contracting
Reigle Contracting
4.8(
63
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jason went the extra mile, literally, to repair our siding. He had to Elizabeth City to get a matching piece for us. His cost was reasonable and he was prompt. I would highly recommend Jason!"
Replaced decking, then stained months later
Replaced decking, then stained months later
Replaced decking, then stained months later
New pipe collar installed
Pipe collar

+11

Response time1 day
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Professional Handyman
4.4(
54
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"EXCELLENT work!! Very accommodating, dedicated & hands on manager! Miguel is very personable AND professional! He is easy to work with & very prompt. Got my deck replace/repair in months before anyone else could even "guesstimate"! I plan on using Miguel for all my projects now - VERY happy!"
Water damage
Water damage
Water damage
Water damage
NAGS HEAD

+6

Response time8 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J&T Construction
4.5(
23
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired J & T for all new siding, decks, and doors and windows in our house near the beach. We talked to three contractors and they were the cheapest with all three using the same materials for the project. J & T did an amazing job. The house looks great. I HIGHLY recommend them for any work you need done to your home."
Response time6 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FULL FAITH PAINTING AND REMODELING LLC
4.8(
21
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe and crew did a wonderful job on our 3000 square foot deck. The deck had been replaced by different contractor who really messed it up in two years we had warped boards, pooping nails and wood cracks Large ones. Joe came in replaced all the damaged parts, pressure washed everything including the backyard fencing and repainted two coats including the 300 spindles. The work was professionally done and it looks amazing. I would recommend Joe for any custom exterior work."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by26%of homeowners
Avatar for A Frame Contracting, Inc.
A Frame Contracting, Inc.
2.8(
4
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Johnny built porch railings for four sets of steps and replaced some decking on the sun deck on the first job. His work was thorough, well constructed and added to the overall beauty of the house. I liked him so much that I hired him again to help me install and level some airconditioning units. I will hire him again and again!!! Excellent work!!!"
gazebo
bathroom remodel
bathroom remodel
closet remodel
bed

+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Improvements & Remodeling
4.7(
67
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Serving Kill Devil Hills, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We consider ourselves fortunate to have found this company since after a big storm it can be difficult to even get anybody to come out and give you an estimate. Mike returned our calls promptly, showed up when he said he would, did an excellent job for a fair price and on top of all that is a nice guy. What more could one ask for in a contractor? Just 3 days after the new roof was completed an even bigger hurricane (Matthew) hit. A few shingles on the northeast side that had not yet had a chance to fully cure in the heat of the sun were blown off but Mike came right out and took care of it. We definitely will use American Home Improvement and Remodeling again and in fact have already scheduled some deck repair for this spring."
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+35

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Kill Devil Hills, 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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