Stairs are load-bearing building components. This service is limited to non-structural finish work around an otherwise sound stair.
Structural treads, stringers, risers that carry load, landings, guards and new stair construction should be handled by the appropriate qualified contractor.
Finish Work That May Fit
Potentially suitable work includes:
- skirt-board finish repair;
- baseboard or casing transitions near the stair;
- small non-structural trim pieces;
- cosmetic wall or drywall repair beside a sound stair;
- paint or finish touch-up after structural stair work is complete.
Work That Is Not Included
This service does not repair or modify:
- load-bearing treads;
- stringers;
- structural risers;
- landings;
- guards or balustrades;
- stair geometry;
- structural framing;
- new stair systems.
Visible movement, rot or cracking in those elements requires contractor evaluation.
Handrails Are a Separate Service
Wall-mounted handrails have their own load and mounting requirements.
Use Handrail Installation for a rail along an existing serviceable stair. That service requires suitable structural backing or another appropriate support method and is not part of this finish-repair scope.
When to Stop Cosmetic Work
Do not repair trim merely to hide a stair that is moving, loose or structurally damaged.
The stair should first be made sound by the appropriate contractor.
FAQ
Can a broken tread be replaced here?
No. Load-bearing tread work belongs with a stair or carpentry contractor.
Can stair trim be repaired?
Selected non-structural trim can be considered when the stair itself is sound.
Is handrail installation included?
No. Use the dedicated Handrail Installation service.
Can a new stair be built?
No.
Send wide photos of the stair plus close-ups of the finish component through the contact page.