We are a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and we stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry projects custom closets, door installations, 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!
"I loved this company"
Brian T on June 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and we stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry projects custom closets, door installations, 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!
"I loved this company"
Brian T on June 2024
Welcome to Built to Last Construction, LLC! We are a member pf the Better Business Bureau. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com . If you would like us to contact you please leave your information in the comment section so we can have an idea of your project expectations. Small business owners Thomas and Ann Hendges are a husband and wife team. We have been in n business since 2017 and are licensed and insured. We bring the love of our craft to you and specialize in deck restorations, building and repair and interior and exterior door installation. However, no job is too big or too small. We also offer handyman services. We take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com Thank you!
"Great people and great work as promised. Price very reasonable as well. Will hire them again anytime."
Claudio S on April 2025
Welcome to Built to Last Construction, LLC! We are a member pf the Better Business Bureau. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com . If you would like us to contact you please leave your information in the comment section so we can have an idea of your project expectations. Small business owners Thomas and Ann Hendges are a husband and wife team. We have been in n business since 2017 and are licensed and insured. We bring the love of our craft to you and specialize in deck restorations, building and repair and interior and exterior door installation. However, no job is too big or too small. We also offer handyman services. We take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com Thank you!
"Great people and great work as promised. Price very reasonable as well. Will hire them again anytime."
Claudio S on April 2025
With over 15 years of experience, Art's Finish Carpentry 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. Call us today!
"Arts was awesome, pretty pretty good."
Cindy C on June 2024
With over 15 years of experience, Art's Finish Carpentry 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. Call us today!
"Arts was awesome, pretty pretty good."
Cindy C on June 2024
Dangelo finish carpentry is a Christian based company. I believe in morals and ethics in business and work with everyone to meet their budget and bring their visions to a reality. We specialize in built-in cabinetry, built-in bookshelf units, built-in entertainment centers, built-in fireplace surrounds, interior woodworking. 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. Call us today!
"Chris built a wardrobe closet, bedside bookcases, head board, bed frame with storage, dining nook bench, and a dining room table for me. Excellent work, prompt, cleaned up after every day. Super to work with and would highly recommend this professional!"
Glenna B on August 2018
Dangelo finish carpentry is a Christian based company. I believe in morals and ethics in business and work with everyone to meet their budget and bring their visions to a reality. We specialize in built-in cabinetry, built-in bookshelf units, built-in entertainment centers, built-in fireplace surrounds, interior woodworking. 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. Call us today!
"Chris built a wardrobe closet, bedside bookcases, head board, bed frame with storage, dining nook bench, and a dining room table for me. Excellent work, prompt, cleaned up after every day. Super to work with and would highly recommend this professional!"
Glenna B on August 2018
Sun Home Improvement is family owned and operated for over 30 years! We start and complete our jobs on time and use only our own professional trained installers. Additional email - info@sunhomemi.com Additional phone number - (734) 354-9988
"From start to finish the job was completed with attention to detail, on budget and on time. The trim installers (Chris and Danny) were fantastic. They took their time and cared for the project like it was their own house. It was a big project. I had all outside exposed wood covered in trim and/or vinyl soffit. I can't thank Sun Home enough. During the gutter installtion a small piece of the trim was dented and it wasn't a huge problem but the job was done so well that I asked for it to be replaced. This happended, by the way, when a second crew, not Chris and Danny installed the gutters. On final inspection I showed Dave ( saleperson and delightful man) and he said give him a few days and they would take care of it. Like clockwork, he sent Chris back out and took care of it. To Chris, Danny, Rob and Dave, I thank you all for a well-done project from start to finish. I highly recommend Sun Home!!"
Bobby M on October 2022
Sun Home Improvement is family owned and operated for over 30 years! We start and complete our jobs on time and use only our own professional trained installers. Additional email - info@sunhomemi.com Additional phone number - (734) 354-9988
"From start to finish the job was completed with attention to detail, on budget and on time. The trim installers (Chris and Danny) were fantastic. They took their time and cared for the project like it was their own house. It was a big project. I had all outside exposed wood covered in trim and/or vinyl soffit. I can't thank Sun Home enough. During the gutter installtion a small piece of the trim was dented and it wasn't a huge problem but the job was done so well that I asked for it to be replaced. This happended, by the way, when a second crew, not Chris and Danny installed the gutters. On final inspection I showed Dave ( saleperson and delightful man) and he said give him a few days and they would take care of it. Like clockwork, he sent Chris back out and took care of it. To Chris, Danny, Rob and Dave, I thank you all for a well-done project from start to finish. I highly recommend Sun Home!!"
Bobby M on October 2022
With 15 years of experience here at Next Level Home and Fire we are sure to meet your expectations. Specializing in gas fireplaces, service, cleaning, and inspections. Also specialize in complete fireplace makeovers. We do everything from stone, tile, and granite. Get ahold of us soon for a free estimate. This is a list of the most commonly used fireplaces: Direct vent, direct vent inserts, gas logs, vent free gas logs, wood burning fireplaces, wood burning inserts, firepits and yes we service all makes and models.
"They were expedient and quickly diagnosed the issue. Problem was solved and the system was cleaned in under 2 hours. Well done!"
Colin G on November 2024
With 15 years of experience here at Next Level Home and Fire we are sure to meet your expectations. Specializing in gas fireplaces, service, cleaning, and inspections. Also specialize in complete fireplace makeovers. We do everything from stone, tile, and granite. Get ahold of us soon for a free estimate. This is a list of the most commonly used fireplaces: Direct vent, direct vent inserts, gas logs, vent free gas logs, wood burning fireplaces, wood burning inserts, firepits and yes we service all makes and models.
"They were expedient and quickly diagnosed the issue. Problem was solved and the system was cleaned in under 2 hours. Well done!"
Colin G on November 2024
FREE ESTIMATES! In & Out Handyman specializes in small and medium sized jobs that other contractors aren’t interested in. We’ll do anything from changing light bulbs to changing the floors to completely remodeling your house. We will do a quality job at a great price—Guaranteed. We are licensed and insured, and we stand behind every job. Our employees must pass a rigorous background check before they are invited to join the In & Out Handyman Team. Our team are career craftsmen who are skilled in many areas of remodeling, flooring, miscellaneous bathroom repairs, appliance installs, drywall, tenant improvements, among others. Quite simply, they are the tops in their field. Our craftsmen are as varied as the jobs they perform. They are trained to listen to the customer’s needs and to provide superior customer service. The quality of our work is unsurpassed. In fact, we guarantee our work for 1 year so you can be confident of the job you are getting.
"The first person they sent out couldn’t do the job correctly. The second person they sent was very good."
David U on March 2025
FREE ESTIMATES! In & Out Handyman specializes in small and medium sized jobs that other contractors aren’t interested in. We’ll do anything from changing light bulbs to changing the floors to completely remodeling your house. We will do a quality job at a great price—Guaranteed. We are licensed and insured, and we stand behind every job. Our employees must pass a rigorous background check before they are invited to join the In & Out Handyman Team. Our team are career craftsmen who are skilled in many areas of remodeling, flooring, miscellaneous bathroom repairs, appliance installs, drywall, tenant improvements, among others. Quite simply, they are the tops in their field. Our craftsmen are as varied as the jobs they perform. They are trained to listen to the customer’s needs and to provide superior customer service. The quality of our work is unsurpassed. In fact, we guarantee our work for 1 year so you can be confident of the job you are getting.
"The first person they sent out couldn’t do the job correctly. The second person they sent was very good."
David U on March 2025
There’s never been a better time to transform you home with Champion of Toledo! Think of us as a one-stop shop for everything you need to beautify your home’s exterior: windows, sunrooms, siding, roofing and doors. Only Champion offers the superior energy efficiency of Comfort 365 Windows, industry-leading limited lifetime guarantee, and award winning products made in the USA. For over 60 years, Champion has been manufacturing and installing quality windows, doors and sunrooms while creating a seamless experience for our customers. More than 9 out of 10 customers recommend Champion. Not only do Champion products enhance your curb appeal, but can also lower your energy bills, improve the comfort level of your home and reward you with a high return on your investment. Experience the difference Champion products can make for your home today! ENERGY STAR®, NSA, AAMA, Installation Experts, VSI, BBB, NFRC
"Todd Yates was pleasant to deal with and worked with us to get the right windows for us!"
Brian C on April 2025
There’s never been a better time to transform you home with Champion of Toledo! Think of us as a one-stop shop for everything you need to beautify your home’s exterior: windows, sunrooms, siding, roofing and doors. Only Champion offers the superior energy efficiency of Comfort 365 Windows, industry-leading limited lifetime guarantee, and award winning products made in the USA. For over 60 years, Champion has been manufacturing and installing quality windows, doors and sunrooms while creating a seamless experience for our customers. More than 9 out of 10 customers recommend Champion. Not only do Champion products enhance your curb appeal, but can also lower your energy bills, improve the comfort level of your home and reward you with a high return on your investment. Experience the difference Champion products can make for your home today! ENERGY STAR®, NSA, AAMA, Installation Experts, VSI, BBB, NFRC
"Todd Yates was pleasant to deal with and worked with us to get the right windows for us!"
Brian C on April 2025
Established in 2013 At Detroit City Sweep, we strive to exceed the expectations of each and every customer. We do that by using the highest quality products and through our attention to detail. You'll notice the difference immediately when you choose us to handle your chimney maintenance and masonry needs. Hiring a high-quality chimney and masonry specialist is an important decision and we'll provide you with outstanding service. We always offer Free Estimates. Free Video Inspections upon request with purchase of a cleaning. Low cost, no mess, chimney cleanings & inspections. Additional website: www.detroit-city-sweep.com
"They were prompt, professional, timely and thorough."
Albert F on December 2023
Established in 2013 At Detroit City Sweep, we strive to exceed the expectations of each and every customer. We do that by using the highest quality products and through our attention to detail. You'll notice the difference immediately when you choose us to handle your chimney maintenance and masonry needs. Hiring a high-quality chimney and masonry specialist is an important decision and we'll provide you with outstanding service. We always offer Free Estimates. Free Video Inspections upon request with purchase of a cleaning. Low cost, no mess, chimney cleanings & inspections. Additional website: www.detroit-city-sweep.com
"They were prompt, professional, timely and thorough."
Albert F on December 2023
We specialize in mobile welding and fabrication services around the state of Michigan. From handrails to heavy equipment repair. Have an idea and want to bring it to life? Maybe you have something that needs a small weld, no project is too big or too small!
"Steve was fantastic!! We needed the railing installed before my husband came home from rehab and Steve came out on Sunday to measure the stairs. He was very accomdating when scheduling the installation. The railing is sturdy and very well made. I will definitely use Blackstar Ironworks for future railing we may need."
Pearl D on June 2025
We specialize in mobile welding and fabrication services around the state of Michigan. From handrails to heavy equipment repair. Have an idea and want to bring it to life? Maybe you have something that needs a small weld, no project is too big or too small!
"Steve was fantastic!! We needed the railing installed before my husband came home from rehab and Steve came out on Sunday to measure the stairs. He was very accomdating when scheduling the installation. The railing is sturdy and very well made. I will definitely use Blackstar Ironworks for future railing we may need."
Pearl D on June 2025
A standard outdoor handrail installation takes an average of eight hours for a professional to complete a five to 10-foot section. This includes time for proper measurement, securing mounting hardware, and ensuring the railing is level and stable.
More complex installations involving multiple sections or challenging mounting surfaces may require additional time. Weather conditions can also affect the timeline, particularly for installations requiring concrete work or certain adhesives that need specific temperatures to cure properly.
Aluminum offers the best combination of weather resistance and value for outdoor handrails. Unlike wood, it won't rot, warp, or require regular sealing, and unlike steel or iron, it naturally resists rust without special coatings. Vinyl and composite materials also perform well in various weather conditions, but may not provide the same structural strength as metal options.
For coastal areas with salt exposure or regions with extreme temperature fluctuations, powder-coated aluminum provides excellent durability with minimal maintenance requirements.
Most localities require building permits for outdoor handrail installations, especially for front entrances or elevated decks. Permit costs range from $20 to $30, though requirements vary significantly by location. Building codes specify requirements for handrail height (36 to 42 inches), spacing between balusters (less than four inches), and load-bearing capacity.
Checking with your local building department before beginning installation helps ensure your project will meet all safety requirements and avoid potential fines or required modifications later.
Building codes often require handrails for any elevated surface that rises more than 30 inches above ground level. Additionally, many local regulations mandate railings for staircases with multiple steps, particularly in areas accessible to the public.
Even if your steps don't meet the minimum height requirement for mandatory railings, adding handrails significantly improves safety for all users, especially during inclement weather or at night. A local building inspector or contractor can evaluate your specific situation and advise on both code requirements and safety recommendations.