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All American Fabrications, Inc.
4.8(
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Metal Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg came up with a unique solution for my back stairs. He gave me what I needed, a secure, safe stair railing. I felel more confident that I wlll eliminate any falls on my steps this winter. He did a great job."
Juliette Railings
security
Exterior Railing
Stairs with Railings
Juliette Railing

+1

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
40
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Osmans Carpentry is excellent. Val came to the site and gave a very fair estimate of the work and the price. Communication is excellent. Flo is a very talented carpenter and installed a new 16 foot wood banister to the lower level. He also repaired a number of the stair balusters, fixing them in position very nicely. Super efficient worker who is very talented. Would hire them again without hesitation."
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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G Remodeling
5.0(
11
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: True professional

"The job went beautifully. Joesph is a Craftsman, an artist. He believes in doing things the right way. He installed our kitchen. He took care in making sure all the cabinets were installed properly. He was responsible for all the casings and mouldings in our entire house. Our home is an 1889 Italianate. Special care needed to be taken. And yes, we would hire him again and again. What a kind, knowledgeable craftsman that believes in the highest standards and quality of work."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
Other project

+106

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
3G Fabworks
5.0(
55
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Metal Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave was very accommodating and genial. He showed up when he said he would. We had our railings powder coated (which he subs out), so the timing was somewhat out of his hands, but all was done in a timely manner. Most importantly, the railings are beautiful!"
Spa railings
Spa railings
Railings
Railings
Railings

+5

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
4.9(
8
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Brandon to tear down and rebuild our existing deck and screen it in. We also had him cover up our front stairs with composite decking over the concrete. His attention to detail and craftsmanship was excellent. He put in long days to complete the projects on time and correctly. All passed city inspections without issues. He was easy to work with and worked with us even as we made last minute changes. We are so impressed with his work that we are bringing him back in the Spring to replace and repair our front door. Don't pass him up!"
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Install Stair Railings questions, answered by experts

The best finish for wood stairs is polyurethane, specifically a high-durability option like oil-based or water-based polyurethane. Oil-based polyurethane provides a rich, amber tone that enhances the wood’s natural grain and is highly durable, making it ideal for areas with heavy foot traffic. Water-based polyurethane, while slightly less durable, dries faster, has less odor, and maintains the wood’s natural color without yellowing over time.

Stair runners are often easier to install than a standard carpet because the latter must be cut to fit the stairs with extra steps taken to prevent fraying at the edges. Stair runners offer extra decorative options, padding, and traction to reduce the risk of falls. They can also offer a nice way to transition from one flooring type, like cement or epoxy floors to softer carpeting on an upper story of the home.

Whether you paint or stain stair railings depends on your aesthetic goals and preferences. Some people prefer to stain because it highlights wood's natural beauty. But you may want to paint your railings if you're going for a particular color scheme. Paint may cost less than wood stain and is usually available in a wider range of options.

If the stairs are already covered in carpet, you will need to remove the old carpet and possibly the carpet pad. Any damage to the stairs like cracks, loose boards, or creaky treads may also need to be repaired. You may also want to sand and refinish or paint wood stairs before installing a carpet runner.

The same rules apply for decks and balconies. Balcony guardrails should also be at least 36 inches and up to 42 inches tall. Additionally, they should be able to support a certain amount of weight without collapsing—200 pounds of horizontal load or 100 pounds vertical load and 50 pounds horizontal load simultaneously. 

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