Custom Stairs & Railings

Transform Your Outdoor Space Into a Beautiful Oasis

Stairs and railings sit at the intersection of function and appearance in a way that few other elements in a home do. They are used multiple times a day by everyone in the house, and they are visible from almost every angle of the main living space. When they are built and finished well, they anchor the interior of a home and give it a sense of quality. When they are worn, outdated, or poorly constructed, they pull the entire space down with them. At RLF Contracting, every stair and railing project is approached as both a structural build and a finish carpentry installation — because it has to perform both roles correctly.

Ryan Fisher has been building and finishing custom staircases and railing systems throughout Woodstock, Crystal Lake, Barrington, and McHenry County for 30 years. That experience covers new staircase construction for home additions and basement finishing projects, full staircase replacements in existing homes, railing system upgrades, and all the finish carpentry detail work that completes a stair installation — skirt boards, newel posts, balusters, and treads. Every measurement matters at this stage of the work. A stair that is not laid out correctly from the start creates problems that compound all the way through the installation and never fully resolve.

When the project is finished, you will have a staircase and railing system that is structurally sound, code compliant, and finished to a standard that holds up to daily use and looks sharp doing it. RLF Contracting handles custom stair and railing work as both a standalone service and as part of larger renovation and new construction projects throughout McHenry County. Call (815) 701-7996 to schedule a free estimate and let Ryan assess exactly what your staircase project requires.

What We Offer:

New Staircase Construction — Full design and build of new staircases for home additions, basement finishing projects, and new construction — laid out correctly from the start for proper rise, run, and structural integrity.
Full Staircase Replacement — Removal of existing staircases and complete replacement with a new system built to current standards, updated materials, and the finish level your home deserves.
Railing System Installation — Installation of new railing systems on existing staircases, including newel posts, balusters, and handrails in wood configurations that complement your home's interior.
Railing Replacement & Upgrade — Removal of outdated or deteriorated railing systems and installation of new railing configurations that improve both the appearance and safety of the staircase.
Tread & Riser Replacement — Replacement of worn, damaged, or squeaking stair treads and risers as a targeted repair or as part of a broader staircase update.
Finish Carpentry Detail Work — Installation of skirt boards, newel post bases, baluster trim, and all finish carpentry details that complete the staircase installation and give it a polished, built-in appearance.
Basement Stair Construction — Construction of properly built basement staircases as part of a basement finishing project, including structural framing, treads, risers, and railing installation.

Why Choose RLF Contracting for Custom Stairs & Railings

Structural & Finish Expertise Combined — Stairs require both solid structural construction and precise finish carpentry. Ryan brings 30 years of experience in both disciplines to every stair and railing project — which means the build is structurally correct and the finish work is sharp from the first tread to the top landing.
Precise Layout From the Start — Stair layout errors compound through the entire installation. Ryan measures and lays out every staircase with the precision that 30 years of experience produces — because getting it right from the beginning is what determines the quality of everything that follows.
Owner-Managed Throughout — Every custom stair and railing project at RLF Contracting is personally managed by Ryan from initial assessment through final finish detail. You are not handing this work off to a crew — the most experienced person on the job is directly accountable for the result.
Standalone or Part of a Larger Project — Custom stair and railing work is available as a focused standalone service for homeowners who need a staircase updated or replaced, or as an integrated phase of a larger renovation or new construction project managed by RLF Contracting.
Serving Woodstock & McHenry County — RLF Contracting builds and installs custom stairs and railings throughout Woodstock, Crystal Lake, Huntley, Barrington, Cary, Algonquin, and surrounding McHenry County communities — with the same standard of precision and craftsmanship on every project.