Staircase Renovation in Athens, GA
The staircase is the first thing guests see in most Athens homes. We replace carpet treads with hardwood, refinish worn treads, and upgrade balusters and handrails — all timed to match your floor project.
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Local Staircase Renovation
Staircase Work in Athens Homes
Athens is home to the University of Georgia and has a distinctive mix of historic bungalows and craftsman homes in Five Points, Normaltown, and Cobbham — many with original hardwood from the 1920s–1950s — alongside rental properties near campus and newer suburban developments. Original hardwood in older neighborhoods is almost always worth restoring rather than replacing.
Staircases are often the last thing homeowners address in a renovation — and the most visible thing left unfinished when they don't. In Athens, we see the full range: stairs with worn carpet over original oak treads, formal staircases with dated balusters and handrails, and new-construction stairs with builder-grade components that don't match the rest of the home.
The most common job in Athens is a carpet-to-hardwood conversion: removing the carpet runners to reveal the tread, patching any nail holes or damage, and refinishing to match the main floor. When done at the same time as a floor refinish, the whole home — floors and stairs — reads as one continuous surface.
Every estimate in Athens is done in-home — we walk the floors, test the subfloor, and look at the specific conditions of your home before we quote. That means no surprises on project day and no scope creep. We tell you exactly what needs to be done and what it will cost, in writing, before any work begins.
Timeline
1–3 days depending on scope
Earliest start
Most projects within 1–2 weeks
Typical Athens scope
900–2,200 sq ft (bungalow to suburban)
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(678) 663-0092
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Why Athens Homeowners Choose Olivas
We've been working in Athens and across Metro Atlanta long enough to understand what local homeowners actually care about: showing up when we say we will, doing the work right the first time, and leaving the home cleaner than we found it. That sounds basic — but it's what separates us from the contractors who disappear mid-project or leave dust on every surface.
Every project in Athens is handled by our own in-house crew — not a subcontractor we called the day before. That means consistent quality, direct accountability, and a crew that's done this exact type of work hundreds of times. When you call with a question, you're talking to the same people who did the work.
- In-house crew — the team that estimates is the team that installs
- Fully licensed and insured for all residential flooring work in Georgia
- Free, itemized in-home estimates — no ranges, no surprises
- 1-year workmanship warranty on every project
- 4.9-star rating across 80+ verified Google reviews
What a Staircase Renovation Looks Like
Here's exactly what happens from your first call to the final walkthrough — no guesswork, no vague timelines.
Assessment and removal. We inspect the existing treads — whether they're under carpet, painted, or already exposed — and give you an honest read on what's worth keeping vs. replacing. Carpet removal and tack strip removal is part of the job.
Tread work. If the existing treads are solid and thick enough, we sand and refinish them to match your floor stain and finish. If they need replacement (common in older homes with narrow or damaged treads), we install new solid oak or maple treads.
Baluster and handrail work. We replace dated wood or metal balusters, upgrade handrails, and refinish newel posts to match the overall look. Most homeowners upgrade from builder-grade dowel balusters to a cleaner craftsman or square-profile baluster at the same time.
Combining a staircase renovation with floor work? Most Athens homeowners do both in one project so we can match stains perfectly. Ask about hardwood floor refinishing in Athens or new hardwood installation in Athens when you call.
Athens Neighborhoods We Serve
We travel anywhere in Athens and the surrounding Northeast Georgia area for staircase renovation work. No travel fees, no minimum project size.
Not sure if we cover your specific address? Call us — we typically serve anywhere within a 45-minute radius of Lawrenceville and we'll let you know right away. For larger projects outside our normal area, we'll do our best to accommodate.
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We'll come measure, assess your floors, and quote the project in line items. Most Athens projects can start within 1–2 weeks.
Call (678) 663-00921-year workmanship warranty
We stand behind our installs for a full year.
In-house crew
Our own installers — never subcontracted out.
Clear, itemized quotes
Line-item pricing up front. No surprises, no upcharges.
We respect your home
We move & protect your furniture and leave the space spotless.
Financing available
Flexible payment options so budget doesn't hold you back.
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FAQ
Athens Staircase Renovation FAQs
01How long does a staircase renovation take in Athens?
02What does a staircase renovation include?
03Can you match my staircase treads to my existing hardwood floors in Athens?
04Is a carpet-to-hardwood stair conversion worth it in Athens?
05Do you serve all of Athens?
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Free in-home estimates anywhere in Athens. Most projects can start within 1–2 weeks.