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JP Construction & Remodel, LLC.
5.0(
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason just completed a big, long fencing project for my family. It involved coordination with several neighbors also. Jason did a great job and was very conscientious about all aspects, including straight lines, sturdiness, eye appeal, and organization from prep, the steady professional work with communication as needed, and thorough clean-up. We would certainly hire him again for our next future project!"
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Siding replacement
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Fences
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+146

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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MRI Construction Services
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shannon was very responsive, went out of his way to gather our supplies during a run on that type of lumber, completed te work efficiently , was neat, and provide straight-forward advice on how to maintain the pergola.. I got three bids from other Home Advisor recommendations and his was the lowest."
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+196

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ER Renovation Inc
5.0(
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Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"ER Renovation did a PHENOMONAL job on our full kitchen remodel. The owner, Ethan, was beyond pleasant to work with. First off his skills are second to none, the man really does amazing work. For the work he subcontracted out that was all done beyond our expectations and Ethan was involved with those steps as well. Ethan even made suggestions for things like lighting that I didn't even consider in my original plans and the suggestions he made were all PERFECT. Ethan kept in touch every step of the way when information was necessary, he did so via text, e-mail and by phone, and in cases where necessary even sent pictures so I had a visual of what was being discussed. He promptly responded to any questions I may have had in a very timely manner and was always professional and beyond courteous. One of the best parts about the whole project is that ER Renovations price came in at much less than the other competitors I took bids from, in one case, $20,000 less (I won't name names, but that company is well known in Salem and they take advantage of people's needs so be cautious). I ABSOLUTELY recommend ER Renovation and Ethan for any remodeling project or other type of home projects needed. My wife and I could not be happier, our very old and dilapidated kitchen has been transformed into a beautiful 21st century kitchen that adds to the overall whole house looking nicer. If you have home remodel/repair needs, look no further than ER Renovation, you and your wallet will be so glad you did. Thanks to Ethan and ER for the amazing job you did and we'll be calling you in the future for a bathroom remodel for sure."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Salem, OR

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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