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Advantage Home Repair
4.8(
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Serving Sebago, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very prompt and professional service. Gave me a accurate estimate and came by a few times before the installation to make sure everything was going to work correctly. Very impressive work and customer service. Would highly recommend this business if you need any home repair or installation"
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Eagle Eye Builders
4.7(
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Serving Sebago, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan has completed multiple projects ranging from roof repairs, painting large condo association buildings, pool repairs, railings, tree removal, and plumbing. His knowledge is broad with both interior and exterior needs. In short, Dan is reliable, knowledgeable, and reasonable in pricing; a stellar individual who has always come through for our condominium association needs. "
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.8(
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Serving Sebago, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."
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Response time2 days
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Sebago, ME

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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