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Handy Hanft, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Winona Lake, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"From start to finish, it was a great experience. My wife and I are planning the next project with this company. We would recommend this company hands down"
Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DWC Restoration Inc
4.4(
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Serving Winona Lake, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cody did an awesome job. His crew and himself showed u to do the work that we needed repaired. They showed up on time and completed the job right away. Cody has excellent customer service and we will use him for jobs in the future."
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Kastle Contracting LLC
4.2(
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Serving Winona Lake, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

" Brain was a joy and easy to work with and never minded our questions or whatever changes we sprung on him. No matter what it was or how small the detail, he would always check in with us just to be certain we were OK with it. We really appreciated too his feedback, good advice and great ideas. He is personable, and people with the combination of characteristics like his know how, and integrity along with a professional work ethic of excellence are few and far between. These days, he stands far above the norm and is a rare breed. We felt fortunate that it was he, a genuine Godsend, who came to our rescue.

He had three weeks to do about 6 weeks worth of work. He organized it efficiently and effectively between himself and a few other considerate and equally diligent workers. Their jobs were numerous and varied from plumbing, electrical, to cabinet making. He knew and worked with other sub-contractors who were reasonable and skilled. Out of respect for Brian, others made an effort to help him and us get the job done! Brian is extremely competent, knowledgeable and multi-talented. We recommend him highly, knowing whoever hires him, for whatever the job, won't be disappointed."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Construction
3.3(
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Serving Winona Lake, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a wonderful job. He completed most of the work himself, and was here if anyone else was here that was working for him. He was very professional and courteous, and was even great with my kids. I would highly recommend him to anyone that has constuction needs, including a friend that he is already doing work for."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Winona Lake, IN

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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