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Wood stairs and railings repairers in Watertown

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A&T Outdoor Services

23255 Diane Drive
4.73(
13
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•Approved Pro

A&T Outdoor Services

23255 Diane Drive
4.73(
13
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

With decades of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Excellent work done professionally and in a timely manner. I would definitely use this pro again."

Ernest P on June 2024

With decades of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Excellent work done professionally and in a timely manner. I would definitely use this pro again."

Ernest P on June 2024

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Tims Handyman Services

5.00(
28
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•Approved Pro

Tims Handyman Services

5.00(
28
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

Hello I'm Tim, I've been working on a lot of projects over my lifetime and i aim to complete them to perfection. i grew up taking care of my grandparents home for them for many years from basic things around the house for grandma such as dusting and cleaning windows to extensive projects for grandpa ranging from mowing the lawn to installing a retaining wall to raise the lawn four feet to make it level. Along with other project with dad on the old farm house i grew up in, including new windows, new doors, new siding, new garage doors, new side walks and new concert steps. I've used the knowledge they have bestowed in me to fix up my new home. my current full time job requires me to pay attention to every little detail and I've gone from welder to metal fabrication supervisor in just two and a half years! i take extensive pride in my work and enjoyment of watching other people enjoy my completed work.

"It was amazing! I commented to my husband that we need more people like Tim doing this line of work. He was prompt, worked efficiently, and personable. When the job was complete it was as if we never had an air conditioner in our wall. Great job Tim!"

Tracy M on July 2025

Hello I'm Tim, I've been working on a lot of projects over my lifetime and i aim to complete them to perfection. i grew up taking care of my grandparents home for them for many years from basic things around the house for grandma such as dusting and cleaning windows to extensive projects for grandpa ranging from mowing the lawn to installing a retaining wall to raise the lawn four feet to make it level. Along with other project with dad on the old farm house i grew up in, including new windows, new doors, new siding, new garage doors, new side walks and new concert steps. I've used the knowledge they have bestowed in me to fix up my new home. my current full time job requires me to pay attention to every little detail and I've gone from welder to metal fabrication supervisor in just two and a half years! i take extensive pride in my work and enjoyment of watching other people enjoy my completed work.

"It was amazing! I commented to my husband that we need more people like Tim doing this line of work. He was prompt, worked efficiently, and personable. When the job was complete it was as if we never had an air conditioner in our wall. Great job Tim!"

Tracy M on July 2025

TRS Home Remodeling LLC

4.58(
12
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TRS Home Remodeling LLC

4.58(
12
)
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Father and son team with multiple years of construction, home improvement, and remodeling experience. We offer everything you need for all of your home improvement needs and dreams.

"Hired to redo my husband's bath as he broke his hip and needed a bench and grab bars, also to update main bath. Gave him requested deposit for both jobs. Never finished husband's bath and bailed on the other. No refund issued, owes me $1600! His contract Is a joke, has incorrect address. If a contractor is available when you ask beware. All the good ones are booked."

Linda H on January 2025

Father and son team with multiple years of construction, home improvement, and remodeling experience. We offer everything you need for all of your home improvement needs and dreams.

"Hired to redo my husband's bath as he broke his hip and needed a bench and grab bars, also to update main bath. Gave him requested deposit for both jobs. Never finished husband's bath and bailed on the other. No refund issued, owes me $1600! His contract Is a joke, has incorrect address. If a contractor is available when you ask beware. All the good ones are booked."

Linda H on January 2025

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

J.C. Structural

PO Box 54
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J.C. Structural

PO Box 54
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45 years of experience

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

Buffalo Property Preservation

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Buffalo Property Preservation

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Buffalo Property Preservation is a full service property maintenance company. We provide a full range of service from environmental assessments to structural repairs.

Buffalo Property Preservation is a full service property maintenance company. We provide a full range of service from environmental assessments to structural repairs.

adirondack garage door

7436 East Rd
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adirondack garage door

7436 East Rd
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19 years of experience

We are a small business overhead garage door company with Quality doors,products and service.

We are a small business overhead garage door company with Quality doors,products and service.

Right Way Handman

11 Springdale Dr
4.44(
9
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Right Way Handman

11 Springdale Dr
4.44(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
27 years of experience

Ablan Home Enhancement

26126 Mustard Rd
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Ablan Home Enhancement

26126 Mustard Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Home Depot Inc - Ithaca

410 Elmira Rd
1.67(
3
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Home Depot Inc - Ithaca

410 Elmira Rd
1.67(
3
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Customers say: Terrific value

Store no - 6155.

Store no - 6155.

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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Watertown, NY

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.

The Watertown, NY homeowners’ guide to wood stairs and railings repairs

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