Treads, Risers and Nosing
For tread selection near Lefferts Boulevard, match the edge shape to how the stair turns. That detail helps the crew compare hardwood tread profiles beside the railing.
For tread selection near Lefferts Boulevard, match the edge shape to how the stair turns. That detail helps the crew compare hardwood tread profiles beside the railing.
Bring risers and trim into the estimate for Richmond Hill. We can decide whether existing risers will stay once the rooms have been measured.
New coverings can affect the finished rise at the first or last step. During the Forest Park walkthrough, record any differences between individual steps.
At the Jamaica Avenue estimate, review the labor warranty and start date. Ask how the written coverage applies to retained flooring and trim.



Measure the full run and both landings. In Richmond Hill, ask which preparation, materials, and transitions are included in the written scope.
For a house with an enclosed entry and hardwood in the next room near Lefferts Boulevard, measure the door sweep, the existing flooring and the space under the casing. Removing carpet may reveal work beyond a simple refinish. Review that detail while the existing surface is still in place.
Agree how the household will reach each level. Follow up with the crew about how to identify an alternate path where one is available.
Bring up the new treads when we review the rooms in Richmond Hill. Photograph wear and movement at the outer edges.
Removing carpet may reveal work beyond a simple refinish. Before the visit, assess the surface under old stain or carpet.
Compare the edge shape with the finished floor above. In Richmond Hill, choose a nosing that fits the adjoining landing before committing to the plan.
Changes to the landing can affect the first and last riser. For the Richmond Hill estimate, include the finished height of every planned layer.
At the Richmond Hill visit, view samples on the stair in its normal light. Different wood species may need separate samples.