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Is $7,560 to refinish rusted exterior metal stairs a fair price?

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I am looking at contractors in Chicago to help restore our metal steps behind our building. It's 3 flights and has some small rust spots forming. It does feel like a big job and I have no previous gauge for cost of a project like this, so I wanted to make sure the price for services offered aligns with your expertise. I also understand and appreciate that I am paying for good work, not bottom dollar, which does come at a price. I have an additional question: are the products mentioned good or do you prefer something else that I should request?

Quote Details

- Remove all scaling and rust from the metal stairs.- Pressure wash the surface before painting.- Apply Corotech rust arrestor where rust was present.- Apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Corothane paint (black).

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Category

Painting

Price

$7,560

Quote Date

May 31, 2025

Location

Illinois

# of coats

1

Location

Exterior

Paint grade

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