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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project was somewhat of a last minute repair from a kitchen demolition. Mr Vazquez responded quickly and kept in touch throughout the process. He and his crew were prompt and courteous. I would contract his services again."
Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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E&V remodeling innovation
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the flooring repair! From start to finish, the experience was smooth and professional. The team arrived on time, clearly explained what needed to be done, and worked efficiently. The repair blends perfectly with the existing floor—you honestly can’t tell there was ever any damage. They paid great attention to detail, kept the area clean, and finished right on schedule. Excellent craftsmanship, fair pricing, and outstanding customer service. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing flooring repair."
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+3

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by31%of homeowners
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Rodriguez Home Improvement LLC
4.4(
193
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have nothing but good things to say about Jose and his team. He came by and looked at the job the same day I called. I informed him that I had a deal and he included the patio, stairs and gutters at an excellent price. They were professional, efficient, and completed everything in a timely fashion. Everything was so clean, I was very impressed. I will definitely be using him again."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
Jamieson Limited LLC
4.6(
22
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dirk came to clean the gutters and I showed him a spot where I had noticed that the wood was rotting on the house.  While cleaning the gutters he found 2 more spots and then did an excellent job fixing them.  He found carpenter ants in one area and so he treated that for the ants as well.  I felt that he did a very thorough job and always kept me apprised of any additional costs ahead of time.  We plan on having him come back out in the spring to do some additional work.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vista Home Improvement
4.3(
419
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes the work was done. The two guys that came put in 7 windows and two big bay windows in one day. They did not even taken a break. They cleaned up the small pieces of scrap. Then one week later they came back and put in two new doors with the same professionalism when they did my doors."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Washington, CT

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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