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Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
39
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great experience with Osman Carpentry. They did great work, very courteous and conscientious about their work. I had them install walk-in doors to my garage, and some trim surround garage doors. Very happy with their work and will continue to bring them projects."
Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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OWC Renovation & Repair
4.9(
76
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James and his team did a phenomenal job! From the timing of the project to the quality of the work to the customer service, I couldn't have asked for anything more. I will absolutely hire James and his team again!"
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Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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G Remodeling
5.0(
10
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: Quality work

"Joseph is a true artisan in wood craftsmanship. He built a custom set of stairway posts and ballisters and handrails.He was very attentive to details and the end result is exquisite, truly a custom job I will always be proud of every time a visitor enters my home and the first thing they will notice is this magnificent work of art. I have already made arrangements to have Joseph work on other future projects in my home. "
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
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My Property Masters
4.3(
158
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The handyman, Paul, was punctual, professional and did quality work. He replaced the small section of my wood soffit that had water damage with new wood, painted it and caulked. He cleaned up the area when he was done. Paul also re-secured several of my window shutters that had loose screws. He spray painted the screw caps to match the color of my shutters. "
Response time8 hrs
347 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.7(
25
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Beckett's Fine Finishes
5.0(
2
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Beckett came to fix up my bathroom and make it a dream! He added crown moulding, replaced my sink, toilet and vanity. He kept the bathroom tidy everyday after the day was done. I would highly recommend him for jobs such as these especially if you want it done exceptionally well! I couldn't find a single thing out of place that I wasn't in love with! Thank you so much for making my bathroom dreams come true!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Waukegan, IL

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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