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Wood stairs and railings repairers in Skokie

Novelty Builders, Inc.
1536 Orchard Lane
5.00(
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Novelty Builders, Inc.
1536 Orchard Lane
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Novelty Builders, Inc. is called, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or looking to build an extraordinary piece of custom furniture, Novelty Builders, Inc. is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"They have excellent attention to detail, good problem solvers, easy to work with and accommodating to the variables that happen in construction."

Brent . on January 2019

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Novelty Builders, Inc. is called, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or looking to build an extraordinary piece of custom furniture, Novelty Builders, Inc. is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"They have excellent attention to detail, good problem solvers, easy to work with and accommodating to the variables that happen in construction."

Brent . on January 2019


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Chicagoland Handyman
30 Eastwood Avenue
4.91(
11
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Chicagoland Handyman
30 Eastwood Avenue
4.91(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 years of experience

We have been serving the community for 38 years, with affordable rates and excellent attention to detail. References are available, and we pride ourselves on working around your schedule and respecting your privacy and property. We thank you in advance for allowing us to give your home or business the attention it deserves.

"Denny was great in helping finish my basement! He brought in some of his other helpers and even finished ahead of schedule. Very knowledgeable and had great ideas. Would definitely recommend and hire again!"

JP M on May 2020

We have been serving the community for 38 years, with affordable rates and excellent attention to detail. References are available, and we pride ourselves on working around your schedule and respecting your privacy and property. We thank you in advance for allowing us to give your home or business the attention it deserves.

"Denny was great in helping finish my basement! He brought in some of his other helpers and even finished ahead of schedule. Very knowledgeable and had great ideas. Would definitely recommend and hire again!"

JP M on May 2020


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Ochoa's Painting & Remodeling
705 W Dowell Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Ochoa's Painting & Remodeling
705 W Dowell Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Ochoa's Painting & Remodeling is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Our 10 years of experience gives us a background that makes us do fabulous work. We provide quality work at quality prices.

"Roberto was very quick to call after our request. He was a pleasure to work with. Very prompt and extremely thorough. He will be our guy for any future painting projects."

Steve And Debbie F on July 2022

Ochoa's Painting & Remodeling is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Our 10 years of experience gives us a background that makes us do fabulous work. We provide quality work at quality prices.

"Roberto was very quick to call after our request. He was a pleasure to work with. Very prompt and extremely thorough. He will be our guy for any future painting projects."

Steve And Debbie F on July 2022


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Chicago Condo Concierge, Inc.
3727 N Seminary Avenue
5.00(
7
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Chicago Condo Concierge, Inc.
3727 N Seminary Avenue
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

CHICAGO CONDO CONCIERGE INC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Workers were a little late but it wasn't a problem thanks to frequent updates from their coordinator. The slat walls they put up look great and sturdy with even alignment."

Hannah W on October 2024

CHICAGO CONDO CONCIERGE INC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Workers were a little late but it wasn't a problem thanks to frequent updates from their coordinator. The slat walls they put up look great and sturdy with even alignment."

Hannah W on October 2024


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JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
836 Margret St
4.96(
39
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JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
836 Margret St
4.96(
39
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
19 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Thank you for visiting JSB Carpentry and Handyman! We have over 25 years of experience specializing in remodeling bathrooms, kitchens, basements, decks and more. We service the North Shore and Northwest suburbs of Chicagoland. Contact us now for your free estimate!

"They did a great job. They were on time, did everything they promised and left the job in spotless condition."

Mark L on May 2025

Thank you for visiting JSB Carpentry and Handyman! We have over 25 years of experience specializing in remodeling bathrooms, kitchens, basements, decks and more. We service the North Shore and Northwest suburbs of Chicagoland. Contact us now for your free estimate!

"They did a great job. They were on time, did everything they promised and left the job in spotless condition."

Mark L on May 2025


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Gorman Carpentry and Home Renovation
2212 Central St
4.34(
326
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Approved Pro
Gorman Carpentry and Home Renovation
2212 Central St
4.34(
326
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 25 years experience in the home improvement trade, we at Gorman Carpentry and Renovation are experienced handyman professionals. No job is too small or too large; customer service is our specialty. Let us complete that unfinished project or make all the repairs you've been putting off. We will have your home in top shape, giving you peace of mind to enjoy your house again. We service Chicago and the North suburban areas. Call today to tell us what you'll need and we'll give you a fair quote and time frame for the work to be completed.

"Lucky was great to work with! He responded quickly to schedule a time for a door repair estimate and was just as prompt when it came time to start the project. Everything went smoothly, and the communication was clear and professional throughout. Overall, a great experience – highly recommend!"

Stacy B on April 2025

With 25 years experience in the home improvement trade, we at Gorman Carpentry and Renovation are experienced handyman professionals. No job is too small or too large; customer service is our specialty. Let us complete that unfinished project or make all the repairs you've been putting off. We will have your home in top shape, giving you peace of mind to enjoy your house again. We service Chicago and the North suburban areas. Call today to tell us what you'll need and we'll give you a fair quote and time frame for the work to be completed.

"Lucky was great to work with! He responded quickly to schedule a time for a door repair estimate and was just as prompt when it came time to start the project. Everything went smoothly, and the communication was clear and professional throughout. Overall, a great experience – highly recommend!"

Stacy B on April 2025


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Rhodium Contractors
2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
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Rhodium Contractors
2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


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Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
1306 Fall Court
4.72(
25
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Approved Pro
Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
1306 Fall Court
4.72(
25
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling prides itself on superior and innovative performance; actively doing our best to bring you the most proficient, detailed work done cleanly & quietly. We will do our best to offer affordable alternatives to high-end products and design.

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."

Robert K on January 2025

Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling prides itself on superior and innovative performance; actively doing our best to bring you the most proficient, detailed work done cleanly & quietly. We will do our best to offer affordable alternatives to high-end products and design.

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."

Robert K on January 2025


My Property Masters
18 King Arthur Court
4.26(
135
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Approved Pro
My Property Masters
18 King Arthur Court
4.26(
135
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
363 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"

Adam E on June 2025

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"

Adam E on June 2025


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The Fence Guy
1262 Hendee Ln
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
The Fence Guy
1262 Hendee Ln
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Warranties offered

Hello My names Diego, I give thanks to my family and my father to have guided me to this point as we live for our work. With over a decade of Experience, I can safely say I can guide any homeowner or business owner to the very fence/deck they want or need, at an affordable price and making sure the customer gets the best bang for their buck. Call for a free a Estimate 224-321-4374 or Email at thefenceguy23@gmail.com

"Diego, The Fence Guy, repaired part of my deck and performed what turned out to be a difficult power wash service on the entire deck, much of which was covered with mold/algae. He was very communicative, professional, honest about problems that came up along the way. I would definitely recommend him and his company and would be happy to work with him again."

linda r on May 2025

Hello My names Diego, I give thanks to my family and my father to have guided me to this point as we live for our work. With over a decade of Experience, I can safely say I can guide any homeowner or business owner to the very fence/deck they want or need, at an affordable price and making sure the customer gets the best bang for their buck. Call for a free a Estimate 224-321-4374 or Email at thefenceguy23@gmail.com

"Diego, The Fence Guy, repaired part of my deck and performed what turned out to be a difficult power wash service on the entire deck, much of which was covered with mold/algae. He was very communicative, professional, honest about problems that came up along the way. I would definitely recommend him and his company and would be happy to work with him again."

linda r on May 2025

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Skokie, 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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