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California Stair
4.7(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Robert designed and installed a new stair railing for us and did an incredible job! He was professional, knowledgeable, very communicative, and completed the job swiftly. We love the finished product and would recommend California Stair to anyone looking to improve their space."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by28%of homeowners
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After calling a few companies, we found Home pro remodeling. Ariel the manager gave us a good offer for the retaining wall, it was the best offer we received compare to other companies ! His guys are super professional, nice and clean. We were very happy with the experience. If you are looking to remodel your home , Home pro remodeling is definitely the best in the area! They are the real deal."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

IY Development & Renovation
4.9(
143
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ilan and the team at IY Development and Renovation INC exceeded all our expectations! We did a complete interior remodel, and the transformation is breathtaking. Ilans creative problem-solving and design skills helped us reimagine our space in ways we hadnt considered. The team was always punctual, kept the workspace clean, and were respectful of our time. The finished product feels like a new home â modern, elegant, and exactly what we envisioned. I highly recommend IY Development for anyone looking to revamp their interiors!"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Michael J Dove
4.7(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"They were great.  They called prior to coming to confirm their arrival time.  I added a couple items to the list of things I needed done and it was not a problem.  It took several hours to complete everything and they were courteous and checked with me along the way to ensure things were done as I wished and placed where wanted.  Nate was great and I have recommended him to several of my friend who needed electric work completed.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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T F LARKIN INC
4.9(
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Love the quality of work, price and professionalism from Tim and his entire crew. They installed crown molding in our kitchen, family room, stairs, hallways and bathrooms. Will definitely bring them back to do the rest of the house after remodeling."
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+16

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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EXCALIBUR ROOFING SERVICES, INC.
4.8(
39
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Worker's were excellent. On time, cleaned up after themselves. Were gentlemanly well mannered, quiet & considerate. Took several bids- Highest was $25,000.00 - $15,000, $10,000. Excaliber was lowest but did a complicated excellent job. We could not be happier."

+8

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in San Diego, CA

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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