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Wood stairs and railings installers and replacers in Knoxville

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Elevated Home Improvement
619 Shoemake Rd.
5.00(
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Elevated Home Improvement
619 Shoemake Rd.
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated company with over 35 years of construction experience. We pride ourselves on building quality Decks and Screen Rooms, and providing the best service possible. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We service areas from Nashville to Knoxville and down to Chatanooga

"To say that we are happy with our new deck would be an understatement! We were referred to Elevated Home Improvement by a friend. We are Senior citizens, new to the area and were looking for the best job at the best price. Jeff Bell and his sons turned out to be everything we were hoping for. We highly recommend Elevated Home Improvement!"

Kim H on May 2024

We are a family owned and operated company with over 35 years of construction experience. We pride ourselves on building quality Decks and Screen Rooms, and providing the best service possible. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We service areas from Nashville to Knoxville and down to Chatanooga

"To say that we are happy with our new deck would be an understatement! We were referred to Elevated Home Improvement by a friend. We are Senior citizens, new to the area and were looking for the best job at the best price. Jeff Bell and his sons turned out to be everything we were hoping for. We highly recommend Elevated Home Improvement!"

Kim H on May 2024


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Ashbusters Chimney Service Knoxville
3500 Workman Rd
5.00(
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Ashbusters Chimney Service Knoxville
3500 Workman Rd
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
80 local quotes requested

Specializing in CHIMNEY SWEEPING SERVICES! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very pleased."

Cassin S on June 2024

Specializing in CHIMNEY SWEEPING SERVICES! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very pleased."

Cassin S on June 2024


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Collective Services
801 Kingfisher Street
5.00(
17
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Collective Services
801 Kingfisher Street
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
420 local quotes requested

When do-it-yourself goes off the rails, call a licensed and bonded company that can help get you back on track. Collective Services has been in the industry for 10+ years, exceeding in customer service and completing invaluable projects. When it is time for your dream project to become reality, give us a call. To us, it just means more.

"Eric and Seth were GREAT! Very professional, but friendly. Very respectful and efficient. I would definitely use them again and would absolutely recommend them to my friends!!!"

Sandi J on April 2025

When do-it-yourself goes off the rails, call a licensed and bonded company that can help get you back on track. Collective Services has been in the industry for 10+ years, exceeding in customer service and completing invaluable projects. When it is time for your dream project to become reality, give us a call. To us, it just means more.

"Eric and Seth were GREAT! Very professional, but friendly. Very respectful and efficient. I would definitely use them again and would absolutely recommend them to my friends!!!"

Sandi J on April 2025


ace's homeimprovementandmore
1102 Rose Hill Dr
5.00(
6
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ace's homeimprovementandmore
1102 Rose Hill Dr
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
486 local quotes requested

we have been in the handyman field for over 6 years. We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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 estimate today

"Awesome every appointment he scheduled he always showed up. Did Awesome job on the plumbing. Very polite I really enjoyed having them here."

Rodger R on November 2024

we have been in the handyman field for over 6 years. We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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 estimate today

"Awesome every appointment he scheduled he always showed up. Did Awesome job on the plumbing. Very polite I really enjoyed having them here."

Rodger R on November 2024


NOW Remodeling
Servicing Around
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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NOW Remodeling
Servicing Around
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1294 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Home remodeling NOW! We specialize in all your exterior remodeling needs! **AT THIS TIME WE ARE NOT TAKING REPAIRS DUE TO OUR CURRENT INSTALL VOLUME** Please give us a call to discuss your project! 1-800-346-9039 ROOFING Full Roofing Replacement: We proudly offer Asphalt Shingles- Owens Corning 50 years manufacture warranty. We do not install Metal roofing, no Tile roofing, no Cedar shake. WINDOWS Replacement windows with a 3 window minimum, Lifetime warranty! Custom windows built for your home! ENTRY DOORS Entry doors only made by ProVia Amish craftsmanship. (front and back doors, French doors, sliding glass doors) We have awesome dog doors but for new install only. We cannot add them to an existing door. No interior doors. GUTTERS Full Steel/Aluminum seamless gutters and guards (guards can only go on 5k or 6k gutters that are in good shape) SIDING Siding: Composite, James Hardie, and vinyl with a 1 wall minimum (No Metal)

Home remodeling NOW! We specialize in all your exterior remodeling needs! **AT THIS TIME WE ARE NOT TAKING REPAIRS DUE TO OUR CURRENT INSTALL VOLUME** Please give us a call to discuss your project! 1-800-346-9039 ROOFING Full Roofing Replacement: We proudly offer Asphalt Shingles- Owens Corning 50 years manufacture warranty. We do not install Metal roofing, no Tile roofing, no Cedar shake. WINDOWS Replacement windows with a 3 window minimum, Lifetime warranty! Custom windows built for your home! ENTRY DOORS Entry doors only made by ProVia Amish craftsmanship. (front and back doors, French doors, sliding glass doors) We have awesome dog doors but for new install only. We cannot add them to an existing door. No interior doors. GUTTERS Full Steel/Aluminum seamless gutters and guards (guards can only go on 5k or 6k gutters that are in good shape) SIDING Siding: Composite, James Hardie, and vinyl with a 1 wall minimum (No Metal)


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Mitchell Construction
Martin Mill Pike
5.00(
9
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Mitchell Construction
Martin Mill Pike
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 local quotes requested

We are a carpentry construction business that has been in business for 37 years and we specialize in **EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATIONS**. We also offer Window installation (no sales), Decks, Framing, Cabinet Hanging, Floor Installations and Handyman work. ***Please call for an estimate***.

"Amazing work. Clean. Tidy. Super friendly. 10/10 already planning our next project!"

Chris H on April 2025

We are a carpentry construction business that has been in business for 37 years and we specialize in **EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATIONS**. We also offer Window installation (no sales), Decks, Framing, Cabinet Hanging, Floor Installations and Handyman work. ***Please call for an estimate***.

"Amazing work. Clean. Tidy. Super friendly. 10/10 already planning our next project!"

Chris H on April 2025


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SCF Services
4.88(
127
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SCF Services
4.88(
127
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

We are a family owned and operated business serving east Tennessee. We have been in business since 2017. We offer Landscape services, Lighting, Concrete repair/New Concrete, Patios, Decks, Fencing, Pressure Washing, Drainage, Minor Foundation Repair, Grading, Excavation, Demolition, Flooring, Interior Renovations, Painting, Trim Carpentry and more. We have worked with high volume realtors who needed a one stop shop with good turn around time. We don’t do plumbing, electrical or roofing. No project is too big or small. Call us today and schedule a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Sean and his team were great! They replaced rotted wood and painted whole house. Sean constructed wood shutters and stained them, replacing old plastic ones and I love them. Neighbors already giving compliments!! I would recommend him to anyone looking for an honest, conscientious and hardworking crew."

Cindy C on February 2025

We are a family owned and operated business serving east Tennessee. We have been in business since 2017. We offer Landscape services, Lighting, Concrete repair/New Concrete, Patios, Decks, Fencing, Pressure Washing, Drainage, Minor Foundation Repair, Grading, Excavation, Demolition, Flooring, Interior Renovations, Painting, Trim Carpentry and more. We have worked with high volume realtors who needed a one stop shop with good turn around time. We don’t do plumbing, electrical or roofing. No project is too big or small. Call us today and schedule a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Sean and his team were great! They replaced rotted wood and painted whole house. Sean constructed wood shutters and stained them, replacing old plastic ones and I love them. Neighbors already giving compliments!! I would recommend him to anyone looking for an honest, conscientious and hardworking crew."

Cindy C on February 2025


Avatar for Ludlum Construction
Ludlum Construction
5.00(
7
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Ludlum Construction
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
931 local quotes requested

Ludlum Construction - Your trusted partner for all your remodeling needs in Knoxville. With our expertise in general remodeling, we bring your vision to life. Contact us today and let us transform your home into a space you'll love.

"Excellent. On time and worked fast. No problems . Very helpful."

Jimmie G on June 2023

Ludlum Construction - Your trusted partner for all your remodeling needs in Knoxville. With our expertise in general remodeling, we bring your vision to life. Contact us today and let us transform your home into a space you'll love.

"Excellent. On time and worked fast. No problems . Very helpful."

Jimmie G on June 2023


865 Home Improvements LLC
705 Birchbrook Drive
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
865 Home Improvements LLC
705 Birchbrook Drive
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
589 local quotes requested

Very knowledgeable and able to do any form of repair and or small home improvement project. Also able to do outdoor landscaping. I have the tools necessary for the quickest and most precise end product. I treat every project as if it was my own home project. Customer happiness is my number one goal.

"Antonio has done a phenomenal job with all the projects he's done for me! From kitchen tile, backsplash, painting, new flooring, to beadboard and custom laundry cabinets - he can do it all! If you need a trustworthy craftsman for your home improvement projects, he is your guy."

Vanessa N on July 2024

Very knowledgeable and able to do any form of repair and or small home improvement project. Also able to do outdoor landscaping. I have the tools necessary for the quickest and most precise end product. I treat every project as if it was my own home project. Customer happiness is my number one goal.

"Antonio has done a phenomenal job with all the projects he's done for me! From kitchen tile, backsplash, painting, new flooring, to beadboard and custom laundry cabinets - he can do it all! If you need a trustworthy craftsman for your home improvement projects, he is your guy."

Vanessa N on July 2024


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Tennessee Skilled Installations
715 French Mill Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Tennessee Skilled Installations
715 French Mill Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
752 local quotes requested

In Business Since 2024 Tennessee Skilled Installations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Awesome Company does it correct the first time.. will always call David first for further projects"

Donald h on February 2025

In Business Since 2024 Tennessee Skilled Installations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Awesome Company does it correct the first time.. will always call David first for further projects"

Donald h on February 2025

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Wood stairs and railings installations and replacements FAQs

On average, replacing a deck railing costs about $925. This includes all the materials and labor needed to install a new porch or deck railing system with a durable finish. For instance, adding a new handrail on your front steps costs around $80 per linear foot. This price ensures your new railing is safe, looks great, and meets building codes.

Balusters and spindles offer structural support to the railing and run from the footing to the handrail. While their names are often used interchangeably, these support posts differ in their footing design. Balusters rest on a step, floor, or deck, while spindles have a footing rail attached to the bottom of the posts.

Choosing the right contractor for stair railing replacement is determined by the project’s complexity. A general contractor provides professional expertise and precision for a design that involves custom curves or intricate details. For straightforward installations, a qualified handyman delivers efficient service. Hiring skilled professionals guarantees that the installation meets all safety and building code requirements while ensuring lasting quality.

If it's still structurally sound, you can update your existing stair railing without removing it. By repairing any damages and then painting or refinishing it, you can give your staircase a fresh new look. This approach saves time and money while ensuring your railing meets all safety and building code requirements.

Reusing your existing stair spindles is a practical option when they’re in good condition. Notifying your contractor in advance is essential to ensure the spindles are preserved during removal. After removal, refinishing the spindles with a fresh coat of paint or stain will match them with your new railing design while maintaining sustainability and a cohesive aesthetic.

Stair railing balusters are mandated to maintain a spacing of no more than four inches apart. This precise measurement prevents a four-inch sphere from passing through and ensures the railing system is secure. Maintaining this gap is essential for structural integrity and safety. Be sure to verify that your installation meets these requirements as specified by local building codes.

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