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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
82
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"When Gaby Sent me his work proposal by text message I found myself wondering whether he was reliable or legitimate. However, I hired him to replace my stairway railing because his reviews were so good. I'm very glad I did. This guy is a real pro. It is fascinating to watch him work. He is very quick but also very precise. Obviously knows what he is doing. His work was excellent. The price was certainly fair. I also added on for or five small jobs inside the house such as repairing doors, etc., and he added these onto the job without any hassle. It was a pleasure working with him. I certainly would hire him again and consider him a great resource for my future carpentry needs."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
5.0(
105
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came to repair siding. I had multiple project that had to be repaired and they did all with no hesitation. They were very professional . I would hire them again."
Completed
Completed
Flooring
New Handrails
New Handrails

+7

Response time6 hrs
121 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Humberto Morais
5.0(
19
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Beto (Humberto Morais) Beto built a staircase and replaced and my home soffits. He explained the work he was doing and completed the work on the exact days he told me. He built the stairs very strong with excellent heavy duty wood. He also replaced all the roof soffits and made repairs as needed. I have already received complements on the work he has done and the looks of it. The price was very reasonable also. Beto was extremely polite, professional and pleasant working in his job. I will definitely hire him again. Marty Dunlavey"
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - General Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+77

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Three Tree Home Improvements Inside & Out
5.0(
12
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great. I have been looking for a trustworthy, local handyman based in central MA, as I have several projects I'd like to complete in the next couple of years. I started with the relatively simple job of installing an interior handrail in my stairway, and I found Nick's name on this list. During Nick's initial visit, we also discussed larger projects I'd like to have done in the near future. He had great ideas, understood what I was looking for, and sent me detailed estimates for the work I'd like to have done. His estimates were more than fair based on others I've seen (or, more often, those who don't bother to respond because they don't want to bother with small jobs like mine). Nick called today because he and his assistant had a gap in their schedule and I took them up on their offer to come three days before our scheduled appointment. They installed the railing in about an hour and it looks great. I look forward to working with Nick and his crew for future projects - no need to look further!"
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+4

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T.J. Cormier Construction
4.9(
67
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"T.J. Cormier did an outstanding job repairing Damaged Corner boards on my 2 story colonial In Acton , damaged by woodpeckers!! T.J. Replied promptly to all of my texts and Arrived on time for the job. He replaced old wood with PVC trim boards That look great and the woodpeckers wonâ t Damage. Highly recommend TJ and will call him again. He is very polite and professional ,"
Exterior
Deck
Deck
Response time2 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AMS Mendes Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving Rutland, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have worked with AMS for many years on a variety of projects including bathroom remodels, carpentry, tile work, and masonry. Andrew and his team are consistently professional, reliable, and friendly. Their workmanship and communication are excellent. I highly recommend AMS for any construction or renovation needs."
Full bathroom remodeling
Full bathroom remodeling
Full bathroom remodeling
Full bathroom remodeling
Full bathroom remodeling

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Rutland, MA

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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