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D.L. Palmer Construction, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving North East, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dave (and his assistant Jake) just completed the installation of a white vinyl railing on our existing no-maintenance deck. He was prompt in arriving each day (arrived when promised), efficient (all work completed 1 day ahead of schedule) and did all work as promised. The previously installed steps needed additional work, which involved removing, modifying, and re-installing 2 sets of stairs. Dave's attention to detail recognized that this modification would ensure the finished job would look seamless. The completed installation looks wonderful! Other bids I received never mentioned the mis-alignment of the stairs. I would not hesitate to recommend Dave to future clients. I have already asked him to estimate additional work at my home!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Luxury Home Improvements
4.9(
263
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Serving North East, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I could not be more pleased with the outstanding and polite service we received. We wanted to remodel our master bedroom that looked awful, we needed wall paper removal in the master bathroom and also drywall repair on the ceiling. They took care of everything for us they did wonders to our master bed and bathroom. Above all they were very polite and professional. The owner was very communicative and made sure to explain to us every step of the process. Their work exceeded our expectations and their price was very reasonable. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Serving North East, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"He did a real good job of cleaning up. He has a helper and he always works with him. He does not put him on the job and come back and check later. He did a good job and he was supposed to give me an estimate on repairing of the wall. He was honest and hardworking and that is why i went with me. I am concerned about matching colors on my roof and he paid details to that. My brother said however they had not fill up a couple of ports on the roof. He thought they over looked it other than that he did a good job."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Re-Bath of Eastern Maryland
4.7(
35
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Serving North East, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pros: It went well, and the overall quality is good - they offered alternative solutions other contractor estimates did not (to help lower the cost). They take pride in their work and are willing to go the extra mile for satisfaction, even after work completion. Cons: We put our deposit in and signed a contract a few months before the job, and it wasn't until a week or two before the job we found out the material was discontinued (after we already selected paint color and floor design from separate contractor) We were forced into their schedule, after noting certain restrictions we had with working midnight shift. (for items like inspections and lingering things after the "scheduled" work was complete)."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Champion Windows and Home Exteriors of Baltimore
4.4(
335
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Serving North East, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was just fine. They showed up promptly. I wasn't here but they did the job and they're very efficient. Everything was cleaned up. We used them mainly because last year, we used them for our roof and doors. We were so pleased with the work they did so we decided to go with them again. We did some research. We checked Angie's List and checked the consumer's check-book and saw a lot of ratings and that was based on our experience with the work they did last year. They may be a little more expensive than some other places but the quality of the work they did was terrific. You get what you pay for."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in North East, MD

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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