Stair Renovation in Durham Region
Stair renovation replaces worn treads, risers and railings on an existing indoor staircase without moving the structure underneath. Most jobs run three to five days and can include new hardwood or engineered treads, updated railings, and colour-matching to existing flooring.
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What's included?
- Removal of existing treads, risers and carpet or laminate covering
- New tread and riser installation in hardwood or engineered material
- Railing and baluster refresh or replacement
- Colour and finish matching to adjoining hardwood flooring
- Site protection and full cleanup
Before & after
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How does it work?
- 01
Site visit
We measure the staircase, check the subfloor and stringers, and discuss material options.
- 02
Material selection
Choose species, stain colour and railing style, matched to existing flooring where needed.
- 03
Protection and prep
Surrounding floors and walls are protected before any demolition starts.
- 04
Install
Old treads and risers come out, new ones go in, typically over three to five days depending on step count.
- 05
Finish and inspect
Stain or clear coat is applied and cured, then we walk the staircase with you before calling it done.
What do clients say?
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a stair renovation take?
Most indoor stair renovations take three to five working days from the start of demolition to a fully cured finish, depending on the number of steps, whether railings are being replaced, and how long the stain or finish needs to cure before the stairs can be used normally again.
Can you match new treads to my existing hardwood floor?
Yes — colour and species matching to adjoining hardwood is one of the most common requests we get, especially when carpet or laminate stairs are being converted to match hardwood already installed on the main floor. We bring sample boards to the site visit so you can compare against your existing floor in person before committing.
Do I need to move out during the renovation?
No, but the staircase itself won't be usable for parts of each work day, and dust control sheeting will be up around the work area. Most homeowners stay in the house and use an alternate route (a side door or a second staircase) where one exists. We'll walk through the specific access plan for your home during the site visit.
Do you work on curved or winder staircases, not just straight runs?
Yes, though curved and winder staircases take longer than a straight run because each tread is a different shape and has to be templated individually rather than cut from a standard pattern. We'll flag this during the site visit so the timeline reflects the actual staircase, not a generic estimate.
What's the difference between renovation and full replacement?
Renovation works with the existing stringers (the structural sides of the staircase) and replaces the visible treads, risers and railings on top of them. Full replacement rebuilds the structure itself, which is only needed if the stringers are damaged, out of level, or you're changing the staircase's shape or location entirely.
Do I need a permit for a stair renovation?
A straightforward tread-and-riser renovation that doesn't change the staircase's structure, dimensions or rise-and-run typically doesn't trigger a permit in Ontario. Changing the structure, moving the staircase, or altering rise/run does require compliance with the Ontario Building Code's stair provisions — see our building code guide for specifics, and we'll flag it directly if your project needs one.