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Custom Carolina Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving North Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have remodeled 5 homes and built one. With all my experience with contractors and subcontractors, I have never found one as reliable as Carson. He has helped my family with repairing older beach homes for the last three years. We have hired Carson to do a lot of jobs. He has completed all of them in a timely manner, using salt water resistant materials that will stand the test of time, and the end product demonstrates excellent craftsmanship. He helps us make decisions from 200+ miles away, staying on budget but producing excellent results. We haven't had to stress about overseeing the job as Carson treats our house as his own. We are beyond thankful for him, his team, and his attention to detail. My great grandfather built one of the homes in the 1950's and its withstood many Hurricanes. I'm so thankful that Carson can carry the tradition of excellent craftsmanship to our special place. As for specifics of this job, he built beautiful shiplap in our den, repaired our deck, replaced a rotten support beam with plumbing and electrical running through it, and painted our porch and deck. He did an incredible job."
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Hanging Bed
Hanging Bed

+1

Response time6 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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House Doctors
4.7(
100
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Serving North Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My first choice for any project or repair. Always on time and fully equipped to complete the job. All work has always been completed in a professional manner with no problems. "
Hurricane Sandy remodel
Hurricane Sandy remodel
Hurricane Sandy remodel
Hurricane Sandy
Backsplash

+62

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bluebird Home Improvement,LLC
5.0(
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Serving North Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Bluebird Home Improvement after finding water damage to my ceiling and wall from a leaking pipe. They not only fixed the ceiling but the damaged pipe too. Their prompt and professional response was top notch. Iâ m looking forward to working with them on future projects."
Termite Repairs
Termite Repairs
Termite Repairs
Termite Repairs
Termite Repairs

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in North Charleston, SC

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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