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Wood stairs and railings installers and replacers in Plymouth

Avatar for WHITE MOUNTAIN GENERAL CONTRACTOR & HANDYMAN
WHITE MOUNTAIN GENERAL CONTRACTOR & HANDYMAN
PO BOX 1587
5.00(
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Approved Pro
WHITE MOUNTAIN GENERAL CONTRACTOR & HANDYMAN
PO BOX 1587
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jeff was awesome to work with. He helped us with an outdoor project concerning our chimney and a window. He was extremely knowledgeable and very dependable. He kept us informed every step of the way during the entire project. We would most definitely recommend him to our family and friends for any project they may have."

Melinda M on December 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jeff was awesome to work with. He helped us with an outdoor project concerning our chimney and a window. He was extremely knowledgeable and very dependable. He kept us informed every step of the way during the entire project. We would most definitely recommend him to our family and friends for any project they may have."

Melinda M on December 2024


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FIFIELD'S BUILDING, ROOFING AND REMODELING L.L.C.
386 Ware Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
FIFIELD'S BUILDING, ROOFING AND REMODELING L.L.C.
386 Ware Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
30 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

FIFIELD'S BUILDING, ROOFING AND REMODELING L.L.C. is your number one choice for all your home improvement needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction.

"they did an excellent job especially on the adjustments"

David A on March 2025

FIFIELD'S BUILDING, ROOFING AND REMODELING L.L.C. is your number one choice for all your home improvement needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction.

"they did an excellent job especially on the adjustments"

David A on March 2025


Berry Hill Construction
17 Gauthier Lane
4.30(
42
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Approved Pro
Berry Hill Construction
17 Gauthier Lane
4.30(
42
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
15 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

At Berry Hill Construction, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Great job, and price couldn't be beat."

Thomas D on August 2021

At Berry Hill Construction, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Great job, and price couldn't be beat."

Thomas D on August 2021


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Horsman Builders
18 Old Rochester Rd
4.62(
21
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Approved Pro
Horsman Builders
18 Old Rochester Rd
4.62(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
621 local quotes requested

We are a full service genral contracting company specializing in all aspects of commercial , residential,industrial construction projects from small to large scale.Most work is performed 'in house" as well as utilizing a tight knit group of sub contractors as needed.

"Company was very good to work with. Great with communication. Needed the job done quite fast and they were able to squeeze me in to get it done for when I needed it."

Jennifer G on November 2023

We are a full service genral contracting company specializing in all aspects of commercial , residential,industrial construction projects from small to large scale.Most work is performed 'in house" as well as utilizing a tight knit group of sub contractors as needed.

"Company was very good to work with. Great with communication. Needed the job done quite fast and they were able to squeeze me in to get it done for when I needed it."

Jennifer G on November 2023


Avatar for Clear Choice Home Improvements
Clear Choice Home Improvements
8025 South Willow St
4.73(
349
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Approved Pro
Clear Choice Home Improvements
8025 South Willow St
4.73(
349
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
3754 local quotes requested

Clear Choice Home Improvements is New Hampshire's largest and New England's fastest growing Home Improvement Company. Family owned and operated, we provide truly personalized home remodeling services. At Clear Choice, we pride ourselves on presenting the best quality replacement windows, vinyl siding, roofing, bathroom systems, and gutter guards. Clear Choice will ALWAYS install these products in your home as if we were putting them into our own. Should those products ever need service, Clear Choice will ALWAYS be there to take care of any problems. We're confident that the home improvement products we install in your home are the absolute best in the industry.

"This company should not be in business. By far the worst interaction I’ve ever had with a sales person for my entire life. Do not use this company."

John O on September 2024

Clear Choice Home Improvements is New Hampshire's largest and New England's fastest growing Home Improvement Company. Family owned and operated, we provide truly personalized home remodeling services. At Clear Choice, we pride ourselves on presenting the best quality replacement windows, vinyl siding, roofing, bathroom systems, and gutter guards. Clear Choice will ALWAYS install these products in your home as if we were putting them into our own. Should those products ever need service, Clear Choice will ALWAYS be there to take care of any problems. We're confident that the home improvement products we install in your home are the absolute best in the industry.

"This company should not be in business. By far the worst interaction I’ve ever had with a sales person for my entire life. Do not use this company."

John O on September 2024


Avatar for Your Home Destinations
Your Home Destinations
135 Vernon St
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Your Home Destinations
135 Vernon St
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
838 local quotes requested

We specialize in custom cabinets, carpentry services, wood working, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Gui was a delight to work with. He knows his business and provided me with an onsite quote to speed the start of work. I was really grateful to Gui and his team for double checking design elements with me, making corrections when needed, and for staying late to do thorough cleanup. Looking forward to having Gui and his team complete more work for us in the near future."

Rebecca F on August 2024

We specialize in custom cabinets, carpentry services, wood working, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Gui was a delight to work with. He knows his business and provided me with an onsite quote to speed the start of work. I was really grateful to Gui and his team for double checking design elements with me, making corrections when needed, and for staying late to do thorough cleanup. Looking forward to having Gui and his team complete more work for us in the near future."

Rebecca F on August 2024


Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7441 local quotes requested

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Gary Walker Masonry
17 Fifield Rd
5.00(
1
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Gary Walker Masonry
17 Fifield Rd
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Gary Walker has been a professional stone mason for more than 30 years, and has successfully completed a wide range of masonry jobs. His work includes fireplaces, chimneys, patios, stone walls, veneers, and jobs using manufactured stone. Based in Campton, New Hampshire, and serving the surrounding area, including Plymouth, Ashland, Holderness, Thornton, Woodstock, Waterville Valley, etc. Please call or email to discuss your scope of work or to receive an estimate.

Gary Walker has been a professional stone mason for more than 30 years, and has successfully completed a wide range of masonry jobs. His work includes fireplaces, chimneys, patios, stone walls, veneers, and jobs using manufactured stone. Based in Campton, New Hampshire, and serving the surrounding area, including Plymouth, Ashland, Holderness, Thornton, Woodstock, Waterville Valley, etc. Please call or email to discuss your scope of work or to receive an estimate.


Aarons Services
281 E Deering Rd
No reviews
Aarons Services
281 E Deering Rd
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

I strive for quality and satisfaction, I will never cut corners or leave a customer unhappy. I enjoy helping customers bring their ideas to life in what ever space they have chosen to remodel. Attention to detail will ensure a feeling as though the space you have chosen to remodel exceeds your expectations. Minor repairs, total remodeling, commercial and residential sheet metal remodels, marine repairs, and restorations. No job to small no job left undone.

I strive for quality and satisfaction, I will never cut corners or leave a customer unhappy. I enjoy helping customers bring their ideas to life in what ever space they have chosen to remodel. Attention to detail will ensure a feeling as though the space you have chosen to remodel exceeds your expectations. Minor repairs, total remodeling, commercial and residential sheet metal remodels, marine repairs, and restorations. No job to small no job left undone.

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Wood stairs and railings installations and replacements FAQs

A standard outdoor handrail installation takes an average of eight hours for a professional to complete a five to 10-foot section. This includes time for proper measurement, securing mounting hardware, and ensuring the railing is level and stable. 

More complex installations involving multiple sections or challenging mounting surfaces may require additional time. Weather conditions can also affect the timeline, particularly for installations requiring concrete work or certain adhesives that need specific temperatures to cure properly.

Aluminum offers the best combination of weather resistance and value for outdoor handrails. Unlike wood, it won't rot, warp, or require regular sealing, and unlike steel or iron, it naturally resists rust without special coatings. Vinyl and composite materials also perform well in various weather conditions, but may not provide the same structural strength as metal options. 

For coastal areas with salt exposure or regions with extreme temperature fluctuations, powder-coated aluminum provides excellent durability with minimal maintenance requirements.

Most localities require building permits for outdoor handrail installations, especially for front entrances or elevated decks. Permit costs range from $20 to $30, though requirements vary significantly by location. Building codes specify requirements for handrail height (36 to 42 inches), spacing between balusters (less than four inches), and load-bearing capacity. 

Checking with your local building department before beginning installation helps ensure your project will meet all safety requirements and avoid potential fines or required modifications later.

Building codes often require handrails for any elevated surface that rises more than 30 inches above ground level. Additionally, many local regulations mandate railings for staircases with multiple steps, particularly in areas accessible to the public. 

Even if your steps don't meet the minimum height requirement for mandatory railings, adding handrails significantly improves safety for all users, especially during inclement weather or at night. A local building inspector or contractor can evaluate your specific situation and advise on both code requirements and safety recommendations.

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