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Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
82
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so pleased with Gaby‘s custom made cabinets. He helped us choose the color and style for our new kitchen. He suggested different designs and options to make the kitchen more appealing and functional. Gaby made this project seamlessly and we really appreciated him. "
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos
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+98

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Sharka Construction
4.9(
79
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari has gone above and beyond making my upstairs bathroom into my dream bathroom! My bathroom before was a small narrow half bath that he made into a beautiful bathroom with a new shower and built in shelves! He is a hard worker and easy to work with in every way! I highly recommend him for any job. He also installed my living room bay window and did it in a day and a half. Can’t say enough good things about this company! Hire him!"
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
5.0(
87
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a fantastic job! They were professional, on time, did great work painting my house. They did both exterior and interior work. I am VERY pleased!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+80

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Bourke Remodeling and Home Improvements
Bourke Remodeling and Home Improvements
5.0(
28
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erick and Tom were the best. They were efficient, kind, knew exactly what had to be done. We are pleased with the project, and would definitely recommend them. "
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck- before
Repaired deck- before
Kitchen remodel

+40

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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DJ Bellamy Construction LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very pleasant and easy to work with. Luke came when he said he would thatâ s an A+ in my book. He took pictures and explained everything I would definitely use him again without hesitation."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JC Builders and Renovations Corp
5.0(
5
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Your construction and renovation project starts now!\nEver thought about giving your home a fresh new look, without the hassle? We make it happen!\nWhether it?s framing, finish carpentry, vinyl floor installation, or more, we handle it all for you, working with dedication, attention to detail, and a commitment to our promises.\n\nFrom small repairs to major transformations, our team is here to bring your project to life.\n\nI pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Needham, MA

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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