Stairs & Stair Repair in Chattanooga, TN
Tennessee's humid summers are hard on untreated or aging exterior wood, and stairs take the brunt of it — they're walked on, rained on, and often the last thing anyone thinks to check until a step gives. KV-PRO builds new exterior stairs and rebuilds rotted stairs and stringers down to sound framing — a structural repair, not a cosmetic patch.
What's Included
- On-site inspection of stringers, treads, risers, and the framing they tie into
- Demolition of rotted or unsafe stair sections down to sound framing
- New pressure-treated stringers sized and cut for the correct rise and run
- New treads and risers, fastened for the load they'll actually carry
- Railing and picket rebuild where the old railing was rotted or unsafe
- Tie-in to the existing deck, porch, or landing framing
Types & Options
Rotted Stair Rebuild
When rot has reached the stringers — the structural boards the steps are built on — patching the treads isn't enough. This is a full demo-and-rebuild down to sound framing, which is where KV-PRO's structural carpentry background shows.
Back Door Landing & Step Replacement
Back entries take heavy daily traffic and often sit closer to grade, which means more moisture exposure. A new landing platform with a proper stair run replaces a rotted or unsafe entry.
Tread & Riser Replacement
When the stringers are still sound but the treads and risers have worn out or split, replacing just those boards restores a safe, solid stair without a full rebuild.
Entry Step Rebuild
Exterior entry steps tied into brick or masonry homes need to marry new framing to an existing structure cleanly — a detail that matters as much as the carpentry itself.
See This Work
What It Costs
Stair repair cost depends mostly on how far the rot has spread. Send a few photos and the number of steps, and after a free on-site visit you'll get a clear quote. Here's what actually drives it:
- How much of the structure — stringers, framing, or just surface boards — needs replacing
- Number of steps and total rise
- Whether railing needs to be rebuilt as well
- How the stairs tie into the existing deck, porch, or house structure
- Access for material and equipment
Our Process
- 1
Send your project details
Text or use the estimate form to describe the stairs, and send a few photos, including where they meet the deck or house.
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Free on-site inspection
Konstantine checks the stringers and framing, not just the visible treads, to find out how deep the damage actually goes.
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Clear quote and deposit
A clear quote that explains what's structural versus cosmetic, so you're not paying to rebuild more than necessary. Once it's approved, a deposit secures your start date.
- 4
Demo and rebuild
Rotted material is removed down to sound framing, and new pressure-treated stringers, treads, risers, and railing go in.
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Walkthrough and cleanup
You check the finished stairs, and the site is left clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my deck stairs are actually unsafe?
Warning signs include soft or spongy wood when you press on a stringer or tread, visible splitting near where the stairs meet the deck, movement or bounce when you walk on them, and any board with dark staining or a punky, crumbling texture. If you notice any of these, have them looked at before someone gets hurt.
Can you fix rotted stairs without rebuilding the whole deck?
Usually, yes. Stairs and stringers can often be rebuilt as their own structural piece without touching a deck that's otherwise sound. Konstantine will tell you honestly if the rot has spread further than just the stairs.
Why do stair stringers rot before the rest of the deck?
Stringers sit closer to grade, catch more splash-back from rain, and often have less airflow underneath than the open deck framing above — all of which speeds up wood rot in Tennessee's humidity.
Areas We Serve
KV-PRO is based in Chattanooga (37403) and serves the surrounding area, including Hixson, Red Bank, East Ridge, East Brainerd, Signal Mountain, Ooltewah, and Lookout Mountain. See the full service area list.
Get a Free Estimate — Text Today.
Send your project type, a short description, and a few photos. Clean. Straight. Built Right.
Prefer to talk? Call 904-293-7952 — if Konstantine can't pick up, he'll call you back. Mon–Fri, 8 AM–4 PM.