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Avatar for Jireh Handyman LLC
Jireh Handyman LLC
4.6(
289
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Rufino of Jireh Handyman LLC responded to my call the same day. Within a day or two, he was able to come by and make an assessment of the work and schedule a time for the work to be done. The day the job was done, Rufino worked with an assistant. I have used Rufino for a previous job in the past. I am very pleased with the quality of his work. He is a knowledgeable and highly skilled handyman who is very capable of doing and making the necessary repairs in a wide variety of situations. He always arrives on time. He is friendly, polite, and very professional; he works efficiently; and he has a very good work ethic. In addition, he is very respectful of his customers and their home . We were very satisfied with all of the work that was completed in our house on the day of the repairs. Rufino's does exceptional work, and he is trustworthy. I recommend him highly because of the quality of his work, his fair pricing, and his overall positive approach to his work and his customers. I will most definitely use his services in the future for those repairs that require the skills of a handyman."
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+24

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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BLITZ Handyman Services
4.9(
40
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric was knowledgeable, professional and reliable! He removed existing doors Installed new ones and removed all hauled debris! Responds quickly And worked out in the cold without a complaint!"
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Framed out and installed
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+33

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carbone Construction
4.6(
11
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have Carbone Construction repeated work on my house because of the quality. He is honest, personable, and trustworthy. His quality of work is impeccable. I got a lot of compliments from the work that he did and the work speaks for itself. Looking forward for the future project."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
L&L CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
7
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used L and L Construction over several years for both large and small jobs including gutting and renovating a bath, replacing a deck, installing hardwood and vinyl flooring, replacing several ceilings including a peaked great room ceiling, installing entry, interior and storm doors, and a lovely renovation of a screened in porch. His craftmanship is impeccable. His attention to detail is exemplary. He is always on time and finishes every job within the agreed upon time frame. We have recommended him to friends without hesitation. His estimates are very reasonable and accurate."
Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Miyagi Rails Specialist, LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"My sister and I hired Miyagi Rails Specialist, LLC to do stair repairs for our Dad's brownstone. It was the best decision that we made, he was very knowledgeable at his job, professional and punctual. The work that was done was exemplary. We would hire Miyagi Rails Specialist, LLC again for any additional repairs."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Vargas Handyman & Home Improvements Inc. and House Cleaning
5.0(
175
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Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Luis performed multiple projects including patching and painting damaged drywall, painting base of outdoor deck, placing saddles in a number of doorways, repairing damaged concrete floor and installing wood flooring, and adjusting the closing mechanism on a glass door by adjusting the hinges. His workmanship was excellent and he was very knowledgeable about all the details needed to accomplish a good result. I will be hiring him for all future house projects. I highly recommend him."
Me install the double sliding door glass in the  new shower.
Repairing 3 small sheds
Refinishing Deck
Clean paver, put sand for joint pavers and replace trim molding bottom post porch
Remodeling one bedroom

+2747

Response time3 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings repair projects in Yorktown Heights, 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.

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