I'm getting some work done on my front porch, and the new stairs and railings have just been installed. However, I'm a bit concerned that the railings are significantly shorter than the staircase itself. The contractor mentioned it was done this way for ergonomic reasons, but I'm wondering if that's a common practice or if they just didn't have the right length available. I can't seem to attach a photo, but you can view it here: [https://ibb.co/35TpdypG](https://ibb.co/35TpdypG)
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Nah, your contractor sounds a bit sketchy. That design is definitely not typical. Tell them to fix it—good railings are essential for safety.
Yeah, that setup looks off. Railings should generally be continuous from the top of the stairs all the way to the bottom. This just looks like a shortcut taken on the job. You might want to check local building codes; they usually have specific requirements for railing heights and placements.
Honestly, this doesn't look right at all. If you feel the railings are way shorter than they should be, I’d definitely have the contractor correct it. It’s important for safety and aesthetic reasons!
I’m in CT, so I’ll look into that! Appreciate the info.