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L P Services
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"LP Services were professional and friendly and showed up exactly on time when they made an appointment to meet with me. They painted the exterior of my house and did a great job. They were careful with my plants and trees and cleaned up with barely any sign that they had been there. They made some repair recommendations and installed flashing for me to protect the siding in the future. Marvin and one other helper did most of the work and I couldn't recommend them more."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Elite Renovations LLC
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Experience with Elite Renovations LLC! I recently hired Elite Renovations LLC for a Rental units improvement project, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism, top-tier craftsmanship, and excellent communication. They took the time to understand my vision and executed it flawlessly, exceeding my expectations. The attention to detail was impressive, Marlon did an amazing Job with replacing windows, Doors, Deck,Repainting,Installing kitchen cabinets, bathroom remodeled, floor installaled and the job was completed on time and within budget. It’s clear that they take pride in their work, and it truly shows in the quality of their renovations. Their crew was punctual, respectful, and left the job site clean every day—a level of care that’s hard to find. If you’re looking for a reliable and skilled renovation team, I highly recommend Elite Renovations LLC. I’ll definitely be using them for future projects"
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Response rate97%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Expect to spend around $10,000 to $11,000 to replace a 20-by-20-foot deck. Using high-end materials like composite or exotic hardwoods can drive up the cost, as can custom features and design elements. You can also expect to pay more than average if your deck replacement requires a site evaluation or if you need the work done during the busy season.

Rot loves moisture, so deck rot typically impacts the parts of a board that stay wet. This includes the underside of boards, in addition to support posts and joists. However, any part of a board can rot, given the right conditions. 

When building an outdoor or deck gate, it's crucial to use durable wood that can withstand harsh weather conditions like sunlight, rain, wind, and snow. Redwood and cedar are excellent choices as they naturally resist decay. While redwood is considered more elegant, cedar is a more affordable option. Other suitable woods include oak and pressure-treated pine, which is specifically treated to resist rot. Although some softwoods like pine are popular, untreated softwoods such as pine and spruce should generally be avoided for outdoor projects because they are susceptible to damage from water, rot, and the sun. Ultimately, it's wise to consider your local climate when selecting the right wood for your gate.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

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