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Local Concepts LLC
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Serving Belen, NM and surrounding areas

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Hello. Local Concepts LLC is a full service residential and commercial general contractor serving all of New Mexico. We offer construction and management services associated with excavation all the way to custom wood work. We can fulfill small to large custom homes and remodels. WE have experience with New Mexico's unique historic buildings and the processes associated with permitting and preservation. No job is too small. We can also offer homer repair services of all disciplines. please call to see what we can do for you.

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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Belen, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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"Felipe and his team did an amazing job installing our new kitchen backsplash! Felipe gave me a competitive and accurate quote almost immediately (on the weekend!), and was able to start as soon as we had the materials on hand. Everyone we interacted with was kind, considerate, communicative, and trustworthy, and the work they did was of the highest quality! We'll definitely be using them again for future projects!"
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Sentry Solutions NM, LLC
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Metal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Belen, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"- Arrived on time. - Was masked (due to Covid-19). - Left repair area clean upon completion. - Professionally installed keypad on my security system. - Reasonably priced his labor and installation of 6150 keypad."
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Response time2 days
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DGR Steel Services, LLC
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Metal Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Belen, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Daniel and his team did an excellent job creating our 10x12 patio and 60 sidewalk. They gave us the five star quality and service we hoped for and they delivered on all aspects of professionalism. They offered a very competitive price and left the project site clean and complete. I highly recommend them!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Install Stair Railings questions, answered by experts

The four-inch ball rule, also known as the four-inch sphere rule, is a safety requirement for railings on structures like decks and stairways. It states that a four-inch sphere should not be able to pass through any gap in the railing system. This applies to the spaces between balusters or spindles, as well as the gap between the bottom rail and the deck surface. The purpose of this rule is to prevent small children and pets from accidentally squeezing or slipping through the railing.

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

Space deck handrail posts four to six feet apart. If the posts are more than six feet apart, the railing will be less able to withstand lateral forces and is more susceptible to breaking. Additionally, railing posts that are more than six feet apart may not be up to code, and you may face fines and be required to reinstall the posts to bring them up to code.

While local building codes vary, a handrail is typically required for stairways with three or four or more risers (steps). For staircases with fewer steps, such as two or three, a handrail may not be legally required. However, it is always best to check your local building codes to confirm the specific requirements in your area. Even if not mandated by code, some homeowners install handrails for comfort, insurance purposes, or if someone in the home has mobility challenges.

Yes, there are specific building codes for cable railings, but they vary by location. Local building authorities and codes dictate the requirements for cable railing systems, including cable spacing, height, and tension. Check with your local authorities and follow these regulations to ensure you comply with safety standards when installing cable railings.

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