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Avatar for Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
329
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon was very responsive and was able to do the work needed shortly after called. Our front door lock was jammed and he was able to repair it and allowed us to safely lock the door providing security for our home! Nixon will be my first call for any additional repairs needed."
Response time10 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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BLITZ Handyman Services
4.9(
40
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric did a fantastic job of designing and building shelving to organize bins. He also built an awesome workbench with several drawers and an open space for stools. Additionally, he put up 3 metal peg boards over the work bench and throughout the garage to hang toolss for different purposes such as short and long tools for gardening"
After
Finished
Framed out and installed
#1 Closed and almost finished
Finished

+33

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Westside Building and Restoration, Inc.
4.0(
328
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Westside Building and Restoration, Inc.! Home of the Gutter Hood. We offer quality service and products at a reasonable price. Westside Building and Restoration, Inc. specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodels, gutter and gutter cover installation, installation of siding, doors, exterior painting, brick work, carpentry and all home renovations. Let us help you with your exterior or interior remodeling needs. Be sure to ask about our commercial services!

Gutter
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
L&L CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
7
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

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
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DKSH inc
5.0(
1
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Yorktown Heights, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently hired this contractor to install molding and baseboards throughout my home, and I could not be happier with the results. From start to finish, his workmanship was exceptional. He paid close attention to every detail, ensuring that every cut, joint, and corner was clean, precise, and professionally finished. What impressed me most was his diligence and commitment to quality. He took the time to make sure all the molding and baseboards fit perfectly, even in areas where the walls and floors were not completely even. The caulking, finishing, and overall presentation were flawless, giving each room a polished and custom appearance. He was punctual, professional, respectful of my home, and maintained a clean work area throughout the project. It is clear that he takes great pride in his craft and does not cut corners. If you are looking for someone who is meticulous, detail-oriented, and delivers high-quality results, I highly recommend him. I would not hesitate to hire again"
Base molding
Painting
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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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