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Mr. Handyman of Johnson City
4.9(
57
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"My siding repair was done with no ease. The technician was professional, and the communication with the office was superb. I will be using Mr. Handyman services in the future."
Mounted Fireplace
Mounted Fireplace
Stair and Stringer Replacement
Stair and Stringer Replacement
Stair and Stringer Replacement

+185

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Downey's Custom Carpentry
5.0(
14
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is long overdue. David Downey is the only person I trust for carpentry work. His work ethic, quality of work/attn to detail, and dependability is unmatched. Honestly I was unsure exactly what style crown molding would be best, being a first time homeowner. He showed me some crown molding samples in his book that would be appropriate for my home's style which I admit is modest. He installed crown molding in my office and bedroom. It looks fantastic!!! I was so grateful that he also offered to paint some of it for me. I paid a reasonable price for the trim, painting and labor. Whenever David has been here, there has been peace of mind for me. Most times when someone has been to my home I almost feel like I have to supervise. I never feel that way with David. As a matter of fact there are few people I would trust in my home like I would David other than my plumber. In 2025 the house was put on hold, but I hope to hire him again in the future. Thank you, David! "
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Deviant Home Repair
5.0(
7
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Sean responded promptly and was willing to help me even though he hadn’t installed the product. We communicated via phone and he was most helpful."
Original fireplace
Finished rightside
Finished leftside
Shelf framing
Finished whole image

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Kingsport, TN

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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