Building new stairs and railings, or updating existing ones can be a very important home improvement tasks. Stairs and railings are not only part of the aesthetic and decorative aspects of your home, but they pose a safety concern as well. Stair railings are for more than just decoration; they provide stability for those traveling up and down the stairs. After years of use, many wood stairwells begin to come loose. The railing may feel wobbly or just seem slightly loose when force is placed on it. Additionally, you may find that you have that one squeaky wooden stair that announces to the world that you are walking on it. These are not things that you have to live with.
One cost factor to consider which will always affect the cost of a stair and railing installation and repair is the complexity of the layout of the stairs. A simple straight staircase that brings you from the first floor to the second floor, hung flush against a wall is a much simpler staircase job than a spiral staircase that sweeps around the center of a room and will more than likely be less of a cost to install and fix. Continue Reading