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Remodel USA
3.6(
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Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They arrived on time.Did the work using materials promised. Replaced rotten or damaged wood and cleaned up so that it never lookef as though a big job like roofing had been done."
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Harris Woodworking & Construction
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Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Bob Harris did a wonderful job, he was incredibly fast, clean, and his work was outstanding. he generated great solutions for some house repairs. I highly recommend him for jobs around the house. Without a doubt, we will use him again. In business, you generally do business with people that you know, like and trust. Bob Harris checked all three boxes!"
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Jose Roofing System, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Jose Roofing System is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Lynchburg, VA

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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