"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and kitchen remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The quality of the work was excellent. They cleaned up the work area every day after they worked and we are very pleased with the deck post replacement and trim board wrapping of the posts. Highly recommend and would employ them again if needed."
Chris O on June 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and kitchen remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The quality of the work was excellent. They cleaned up the work area every day after they worked and we are very pleased with the deck post replacement and trim board wrapping of the posts. Highly recommend and would employ them again if needed."
Chris O on June 2024
We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We stand by our work and offer a lifetime asphalt shingle manufacturers guarantee. When On the Level Construction, LLC is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. On the Level Construction, LLC is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!
"Mark and his team showed up on time and got the work done in less than a day at a reasonable price. Would definitely hire them again if a new project arises. A++"
John Q on July 2025
We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We stand by our work and offer a lifetime asphalt shingle manufacturers guarantee. When On the Level Construction, LLC is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. On the Level Construction, LLC is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!
"Mark and his team showed up on time and got the work done in less than a day at a reasonable price. Would definitely hire them again if a new project arises. A++"
John Q on July 2025
Proudly serving the Lynn area, Rudy's Painting is your solution for all your painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Rudy and his crew did an excellent job repairing and replacing part of my wooden picket fence. I would highly recommend Rudy because he is conscientious and efficient. A true professional Thank you."
Michael S on August 2025
Proudly serving the Lynn area, Rudy's Painting is your solution for all your painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Rudy and his crew did an excellent job repairing and replacing part of my wooden picket fence. I would highly recommend Rudy because he is conscientious and efficient. A true professional Thank you."
Michael S on August 2025
After 15 years as Handyman Matters of Greater Boston, we excited to join forces with ACE Hardware to become ACE Handyman Services! ACE Handyman Services is committed to providing you with a secure and satisfactory experience with home repair and remodeling. ACE Handyman Services background screens all of our craftsmen in addition to our rigorous assessment of their skills. When they enter your home or office, you can feel confident that you and your property are in good hands. Cleanliness and courtesy are standards our craftsmen employ at every job, for every customer, every time. Our preferred pricing model allows flexibility and control by you, our customer. Preferred pricing is exclusive to ACE Handyman Services and sets a different standard than any of our competitors. Check out the rating & reviews area and see what our customers are saying about the services we have provided them. We believe you'll want to join their ranks.
"Made improvements to existing structure Finished in half the time quoted Performed additional work on broken door knob Would recommend to everyone"
Richard C on December 2023
After 15 years as Handyman Matters of Greater Boston, we excited to join forces with ACE Hardware to become ACE Handyman Services! ACE Handyman Services is committed to providing you with a secure and satisfactory experience with home repair and remodeling. ACE Handyman Services background screens all of our craftsmen in addition to our rigorous assessment of their skills. When they enter your home or office, you can feel confident that you and your property are in good hands. Cleanliness and courtesy are standards our craftsmen employ at every job, for every customer, every time. Our preferred pricing model allows flexibility and control by you, our customer. Preferred pricing is exclusive to ACE Handyman Services and sets a different standard than any of our competitors. Check out the rating & reviews area and see what our customers are saying about the services we have provided them. We believe you'll want to join their ranks.
"Made improvements to existing structure Finished in half the time quoted Performed additional work on broken door knob Would recommend to everyone"
Richard C on December 2023
We’re a locally owned and operated company with over 17 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, interior trim and decorative molding installation and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Emmett replaced 7 interior doors for me, he was always on time with his schedule, he is by far the neatest contractor I have ever had, would definitely hire him again if I need a door carpenter , & I have already referred Emmett to family member that needs new doors at their house. He is a very personable & a pleasure to have working at my house. Debbie Kelley"
Joseph k on March 2020
We’re a locally owned and operated company with over 17 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, interior trim and decorative molding installation and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Emmett replaced 7 interior doors for me, he was always on time with his schedule, he is by far the neatest contractor I have ever had, would definitely hire him again if I need a door carpenter , & I have already referred Emmett to family member that needs new doors at their house. He is a very personable & a pleasure to have working at my house. Debbie Kelley"
Joseph k on March 2020
Since 1988, The Sullivan Company, Inc. has been providing our clients with award-winning craftsmanship and professional customer service. The Sullivan Company, Inc. is a full-service, fully-licensed and insured home improvement remodeling firm that is consistently recognized in the region and nationwide as an industry leader. With offices in Newton Mass, Brewster Mass, and Waterville Valley NH we improve and maintain a wide range of homes throughout New England. The recipient of over forty industry awards including the National Remodeling Hall of Fame and Massachusetts Legend of the Industry, TSC has the experience, skill and dedication to handle any home improvement project for you.
"Mark did a terrific job getting my 100 year old door handle/lock to work again! I highly recommend him."
Karen P on February 2025
Since 1988, The Sullivan Company, Inc. has been providing our clients with award-winning craftsmanship and professional customer service. The Sullivan Company, Inc. is a full-service, fully-licensed and insured home improvement remodeling firm that is consistently recognized in the region and nationwide as an industry leader. With offices in Newton Mass, Brewster Mass, and Waterville Valley NH we improve and maintain a wide range of homes throughout New England. The recipient of over forty industry awards including the National Remodeling Hall of Fame and Massachusetts Legend of the Industry, TSC has the experience, skill and dedication to handle any home improvement project for you.
"Mark did a terrific job getting my 100 year old door handle/lock to work again! I highly recommend him."
Karen P on February 2025
GHS Home Improvements is a locally owned and operated company. We take pride in understanding the needs of our customers and fulfilling them. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Bruce was very helpful. He explains everything as he is doing it and did a perfect job. He did a couple of extra small jobs as well, but did not charge for them. He is fast and is the best handyman we have ever had. He was quite knowledgeable about the Cabidors we had installed."
Louise O on March 2021
GHS Home Improvements is a locally owned and operated company. We take pride in understanding the needs of our customers and fulfilling them. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Bruce was very helpful. He explains everything as he is doing it and did a perfect job. He did a couple of extra small jobs as well, but did not charge for them. He is fast and is the best handyman we have ever had. He was quite knowledgeable about the Cabidors we had installed."
Louise O on March 2021
Cost is determined by the job. ; Additonal phones numbers Andover (978) 470-1611, Beverly (978) 922-1535, Braintree (781) 843-0700, Brockton (508) 583-0055, Cambridge (617) 547-2907, Framingham (508 872-3603, Franklin (508) 528-6068, Hingham (781) 749-1660, Lexington (781) 861-1846, Lowell (978) 654-6600, Medford (781) 391-4755, Natick (508) 651-3755, Needham (781) 444-7716, Quincy (781) 328-1365, Swampscott (781) 592-1596, Shrewsbury (508) 842-2281. Wakefield (781) 245-8889. Wellesley (781) 235-8618
"Once again, Vinny was excellent. Was honest and upfront with me about the work that needed to be completed. Would hire again."
Brian L on September 2022
Cost is determined by the job. ; Additonal phones numbers Andover (978) 470-1611, Beverly (978) 922-1535, Braintree (781) 843-0700, Brockton (508) 583-0055, Cambridge (617) 547-2907, Framingham (508 872-3603, Franklin (508) 528-6068, Hingham (781) 749-1660, Lexington (781) 861-1846, Lowell (978) 654-6600, Medford (781) 391-4755, Natick (508) 651-3755, Needham (781) 444-7716, Quincy (781) 328-1365, Swampscott (781) 592-1596, Shrewsbury (508) 842-2281. Wakefield (781) 245-8889. Wellesley (781) 235-8618
"Once again, Vinny was excellent. Was honest and upfront with me about the work that needed to be completed. Would hire again."
Brian L on September 2022
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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