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Avatar for J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
4.6(
342
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"By far one of the top three best decisions we made for this house! They took our 1970’s railing and brought it current. They did meticulous, beautiful work and it has truly changed the entire look of the house. Through every step of the way, the customer service has been outstanding and Nelly is on top of everything! Stairs and rails are truly a master craft and they are masters!"
 12
 Warren
 Piscataway
East Rutherford
 11

+67

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
200
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend this company Heartland Village General Contracting Handyman Services of Staten Island, N.Y. Harvey the owner & his excellent team were professional, punctual & attentative to every detail in building my beautiful handicap TREX brown boards & Grey metal railings ramp to my front door. This fantastic company also closed in my screen house for the rain & possibly snow cold winter months with this beautiful design of Plexiglass. His team also completed odd jobs of installing two door bells, replaced damaged tiles in my kitchen & installed tinting sheets on four kitchen windows which I love. Thank you Harvey & your professional team of excellence. Sue M. - Staten Island 9/12/25"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Miyagi Rails Specialist, LLC
Miyagi Rails Specialist, LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Had wooden stairs&rails going to basement replaced. First class materials&workmanship. Came on time promptly and cleaned up afterwards and disposed of waste. Would highly recommend to anyone needing such work"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Merryfield Construction Group
4.5(
125
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed a new lower roof and once the winter weather broke we got put into the schedule and the work was done promptly. Took them only one day to rip off the roof, cut out three bad spots and replace with new plywood. Then re-shingle the roof and re-side one wall. It looks great and best of all no leaks. Everyone was very professional, provided us pictures of the damage they fixed and left the property as clean as they found it. Great experience!
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Mullica Hill
Checkerboard View
Master Bath Retreat
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+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Noahs Drywall, Llc
Noahs Drywall, Llc
4.8(
491
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend JA Drywall. They are the best contractors we have used in the South Jersey area! We used them for a large job to frame, drywall, spackle and trim the attic plus fit doors for storage spaces. They were response to our request for a quote, provided a clear break-down so we had full transparency of the costs and could select the amount of work we wanted to do at this time. Juan and Isaias were very friendly but professional. Isaias was onsite through the framing, drywall, trim work and door installation. Juan checked in with us regularly and visited to check the progress and quality of the work. They communicated really well - from arranging arrival times in the morning, and during the work to inform us about the progress of the project and to ask if any adjustments were required. They are extremely customer focussed and wanted to ensure we were happy at every stage of the work. They took a lot of care and went above and beyond to protect the wood floors and walls from damage when they had to bring the drywall through the house to the attic. During the job they were very tidy and cleaned up before they left every evening. We were also impressed with the attention to detail on the job which resulted in a great finish on the walls and trim work. Thank you Juan, Isaias, Noelle, Jorge and the rest of your crew. We were extremely happy with your work. Thank you. All round A+"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Easy Way Construction LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Easy Way, we are focused on providing home remodeling services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction & we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with us. Look around our website and if you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact us. We hope to see you again! Check back later for new updates to our website. There's much more to come!

Avatar for Montco Fence & Superior Structures LLC
Montco Fence & Superior Structures LLC
4.6(
124
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The office worked with me as I have an old white aluminum fence. The workers were very prompt and exceeded my expectations for balancing a gate that was badly askew. We could not locate white hinges so they painted the black ones for me. Both gates were balanced perfectly and the front one was raised to accommodate a new walkway. New magna latches were installed in both gates. I would definitely hire them again."
6' High White Viking Scallop with New England Caps
5' High Viking Step With New England Caps
4' High White Spartan Straight With Gothic Caps
6' High White Lakeland with Gothic Caps
6' High White Lakeland with New England Caps and 1 Decsending Section

+23

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Princeton, NJ

Pressure-treated lumber is the most inexpensive deck railing material. It's a cost-effective option that offers a good balance of durability and affordability for budget-conscious homeowners. Pressure-treated wood meets essential safety standards while keeping upfront costs low. In contrast, vinyl, polyurethane, and composite materials tend to be more expensive but offer additional aesthetic and maintenance benefits.

To calculate how much deck railing you need, measure the length of all the edges of your deck where railings are required (excluding any openings or areas bordered by the house). Since precise measurements are crucial, it's a good idea to hire a professional. Contractors have the expertise to accurately measure and install your deck railings.

In most cases, safety standards require railings on steps with more than four risers, steps wider than 44 inches, and decks over 30 inches high, measured from the next level down.

Railings should also be between 34 and 38 inches tall. Regulations can vary based on your location, so it's important to check your local building codes or consult a local contractor. There are also rules about the size of the gaps between pickets and between the bottom of the railing and the deck.

Before installing a railing on your front porch, you'll need to check local permitting requirements. Local building authorities may have specific codes that require a permit—or, in some cases, no permit at all. Reviewing your city's guidelines and consulting a qualified professional will help ensure your project meets all legal and safety standards, preventing any unexpected issues during inspections.

Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck railings depends on the extent of the damage and whether you can match new materials to the old ones. If you have minor issues, repair might be an option. However, when it's challenging to match existing materials, replacing the railings can give your deck a fresh start and reset its lifespan. A decking expert can assess your railings and recommend the best course of action to improve safety and maintain a cohesive look.

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