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Philip Home Improvements LLC
5.0(
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Serving Leola, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Philip helped us change a cabinet board under the sink which was damaged by a water leak. He has a lot of knowledge and experience. The price is reasonable. We plan to hire him for our house maintenance and remodeling job in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reichardt Remodeling
4.6(
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Serving Leola, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his son did a great job repairing a damaged plaster wall. The wall looks new! They also removed a wall/window AC unit and installed window, complete with beautiful new trim around the window. They had to remove siding and cut through the exterior wall of the house to enlarge the opening for the new window. The finished job looks beautiful."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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HandyHelpers
4.8(
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Serving Leola, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark Snyder at Handy Helpers LLC did a fantastic job on our remodel in Downingtown, PA. I shared my vision with him for the space, and he executed it beautifully. Mark was professional, prompt, and his price was very reasonable. I would hire him again without question and recommend him to friends and family!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Closets
5.0(
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Serving Leola, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dale's designs were equal to or better than suggestions from other contractors, and his work and materials were high quality.  We were happy with the work and would not hesitate to use Custom Closets again.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aaron's Exterior Solutions, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Leola, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron and his crew were able to start the project quickly and complete it in a timely manner. They had it repainted and some boards were replaced. Aaron was easy to work with and I appreciated that when we went over the contract together he was happy to reword it when there was confusion. Most of the project was completed while we were out of town, and when we got back, I requested a couple adjustments that they did promptly. I appreciated the time Aaron and his foreman Alex took to answer my questions and explain some of the work."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Leola, PA

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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