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Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.7(
357
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Serving West Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Good. Work completed in about 6 hours total. Met expectations."
Siding repair
Light replacement commercial
Deck rotten wood replacement
Gate repair
Gutters cleaned

+1135

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Napravnik Construction, LLC
4.9(
59
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Serving West Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded quickly to the request. They were able to fit us in right away. The job turned out to be more difficult than expected but they resolved any hurdles and did great! Cleaned up after themselves. Highly recommend them "
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time2 days
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
39
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Serving West Chicago, 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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KLK Carpentry LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving West Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I found Ralph of KLK Carpentry on Angi and couldn’t be happier. He completed three major projects in my condo: custom built-in dining nook shelves and extensive wall trim/paneling in the living room and hallway. The craftsmanship is extremely detail-oriented and looked beautiful even before paint. I shared inspo photos (1.5” colonial trim spaced 2” in the living room and 2.5” hotel-style chair rail spaced 4” in the hallway), and he sourced trim even better than I envisioned. Of three quotes, his pricing was fair and competitive, and it included materials, which was so helpful. He’s insured, efficient, and highly professional. What truly sets him apart is his communication and temperament. He was responsive, calm, and reassuring throughout. Even when my vision shifted mid-project, he’d simply say, “Ok, no problem.” The entire process felt smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend him and will absolutely hire him again."
Remodeling - General Project
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+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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OWC Renovation & Repair
4.9(
76
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Serving West Chicago, 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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Built in oak cabinet
Cabinet for Colonial revival house
Built in Media center
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+47

Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in West Chicago, 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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