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Avatar for Lange Handyman Services, LLC
Lange Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Saint Jacob, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Great job restoring wood deck floors, 3 sets of stairs, built in benches and railings. Mark did a great job. His assistant Phyllis was awesome. Joanna is friendly and quote was fair and reasonable. Completed quickly and removed all old wood. Will definitely call for future projects."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Deck Steps and Railings Repair
Removed railroad ties and built retaining wall.
Deck, Retaining wall, Basement Door
Deck Repairs

+37

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
CF Handyworks
New to Angi

Serving Saint Jacob, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Caleb—a veteran and reliable local handyman serving Wood River, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, and the greater St. Louis area. I specialize in handyman services, carpentry, and light electrical work, helping homeowners handle everything from small repairs to larger home improvement projects.\n\nWhether you need light fixtures installed, outlets replaced, drywall repaired, doors hung, trim work, or custom carpentry, I bring attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.\n\nI take pride in clear communication, showing up on time, and delivering clean, professional results. No shortcuts, no surprises—just quality work you can count on.\n\nSend me a message with your project details or photos, and I’ll help you get it done right.

DVD Shelf L Angle
DVD Shelf R Angle
Front R Angle
Back R Angle
Ceiling Lights Install

+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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General Construction Services
4.7(
41
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Serving Saint Jacob, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We chose General Construction Services after receiving a number of bids from local contractors that priced the cost of finishing our basement & building a deck at a much higher level than what Dennis at General Construction Services offered. Not only was the cost of the construction affordable, we were very impressed with the outcome. The deck is a great addition to our home and the quality of the finished basement met the expectation of matching the style, color and feel of the rest of the house. Lastly, Dennis' crew is professional and courteous. We recommend General Construction Services for all of your construction needs--they are affordable, professional, and produce a high quality product"
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+6

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Daddy's Steamer Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
4.4(
61
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Serving Saint Jacob, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well, my carpets look brand new. Kerry was very professional and very though-all. I am so happy with the job he did and plan to use him again and again :) He cleaned 5 rooms, hallway and stairs. Outstanding!!!!!!"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Michael's Work
3.7(
414
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Serving Saint Jacob, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"THEY LEFT TO BUY PARTS AND WATER DRIPPED THROUGH THE BASEMENT DRYWALL (NOTICED AFTER WORK WAS DONE). THEY ONLY PUT ONE COAT OF PAINT ON THE FRONT PORCH POSTS AND DIDN'T FINISH CARPENTRY WORK. THEY SAID THEY'D BE BACK TO FINISH PAINTING THE WINDOW FRAME AND AT THAT TIME I WOULD HAVE ASKED THEM TO FINISH PAINTING AND FINISH DETAIL WORK ON THE POSTS. I ASKED HIM TO COME BACK TO GIVE AN ESTIMATE ON OTHER WOODWORK AND HE NEVER CAME BACK. HIS WORKER ASKED ME TO COMPLETE A SATISFACTORY REPORT TO ANGIE'S LIST AND I SAID I WOULD WOULD AFTER THE WORK WAS DONE.
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Saint Jacob, IL

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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