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Austin Burd
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Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin was very communicative, friendly and effecient. He worked hard to discover exactly what was wrong with my appliance and repairing it-saving me from having to purchase a new one at a much higher expense."
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Affordable Wood
New to Angi

Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Here at Affordable Wood we have 30 years experience in custom carpentry. Anything from a custom bookcase, to building a shadow box that displays over 100 collectors items, we've done it all! We are deeply invested in customer satisfaction and have the experience and expertise to get the job done right the first time. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work because we absolutely love what we do. Please reach out to us today so we can get started completing your project with absolute satisfaction!

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Response time20 mins
Herzog Construction
New to Angi

Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Here at Herzog Construction, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Floyd's Construction
New to Angi

Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 15 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We at Floyd's Construction look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Vintcreations LLC
New to Angi

Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Vintcreations LLC 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Eda custom cabinet's
New to Angi

Serving Templeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\nIt can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you are going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs, and different schedules. We are not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Templeton, IA

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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