Handrails
Stair handrail installation
Wall-mounted and open rails installed at code height with anchors into studs or added blocking.
What's included
Scope of work
- Continuous graspable profiles that meet code
- Wall-mounted rails anchored into studs or blocking
- Over-the-post and post-to-post rail systems
- Sanded and finished on site for a seamless join
Profiles that feel right
A handrail is the one part of a staircase people actually touch. We use profiles sized for a full grip, ease the edges and finish them smooth so nothing catches.
Mounting
Wall rails land on studs or added blocking, never drywall anchors alone. Open rails tie into structurally anchored newels with rail bolts.
Second rails and accessibility
Adding a second handrail on the open side, or lowering a rail for household use, is a same-day upgrade that makes stairs measurably safer.
Questions
Common questions
What height should a handrail be?
Between 34 and 38 inches measured vertically from the tread nosing, which is what we install to unless a local amendment differs.
Can you install a handrail on a basement stairway?
Yes, wall-mounted rails on basement and garage stairs are one of our fastest jobs, usually a few hours.
Coverage
Available across the country
Pick your state to see local crews, coverage cities and a direct request form.
Related
Related stair services
Stair Handrail Replacement
Swap a dated or damaged rail for a profile that is comfortable to grip and finished to match.
Staircase Handrail Replacement
Rail-only replacements are quick, usually one day, and often done alongside a baluster upgrade.
Handrail Installers Near Me
Basement stairs, entry steps and second-floor guards, handled by local crews in every state.
Staircase Handrail Contractor
Continuous graspable rails, proper returns at the wall and no gaps at the newel joint.
Free estimate
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