What maintenance does a wood deck need?

• <div><p>A wood deck needs an annual cleaning, plus refinishing every two to three years, which involves <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-sand-deck.htm">sanding the deck</a> and applying stain or sealer. If you have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-paint-deck.htm">painted deck</a>, you’ll need to repaint it every 10 years. You should also fix and repair loose or broken deck boards, nails, and screws. Cleaning your deck regularly and applying sealant protects the wood from the elements, water damage, rot, mildew, and fading from the sun.</p></div>

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Q: Can rotten deck boards be repaired?

• <div><p>Rotten deck boards can sometimes be repaired, but only if the damage is minor. Repairing small patches of rot involves strengthening the damaged area with wood hardener, filler, or epoxy. More substantial damage requires replacing the boards or rebuilding the entire structure in extreme cases. If the rot extends to the joists, posts, or beams, have a contractor evaluate the damage to ensure it is still structurally sound.</p></div>

Q: Can you repair wet rotted wood?

• <div><p>It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.</p></div>

Q: Can you fix warped composite decking?

• <div><p>You can&rsquo;t fix warped composite decking boards, but you can replace them so your deck surface is no longer warped. For more severely warped decks, especially those with damaged joists or support beams, you&rsquo;ll need a pro to inspect the deck and recommend whether you should replace the structure or repair the damage. </p></div>

Q: How can I repair areas that show wood rot?

• <div><p>Learning <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-repair-rotted-wood.htm">how to repair rotted wood</a> is something that you can do after stopping existing wood rot from spreading. After removing the wood rot, you can put new wood in place of the ruined wood or use wood putty to repair minor damage. However, because wood rot is difficult to eradicate without expert help, you may want a professional to do it. Do not attempt repairs in the area until you are certain that all the damaged wood and signs of wood rot are gone.</p></div>

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Last update on October 27, 2025

Reviewed in August 2023
Brandon at Roybal responded same day to our request and was able to come out 2 days pater to level and stabilize our deck. Fast friendly and great price
Roybal Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Our parking lot had a good 14â of hardpack and Gâ s groundskeeping and maintenance came out, Gave us an estimate and got us on the schedule quickly ! They did a fantastic job and were awesome about communication. Looking foreword to continuing to use their services !
G's Groundskeeping and Maintenance
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Reviewed in June 2023
The repair guy will be back with my parts and will be doing a maintenance job on my dryer 10-14 days when the washer parts come in. He requested a 50% down payment before parts were order.
Appliance Doctor
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Reviewed in January 2023
I needed my old deck removed and replaced. I decided to replace it with composite decking and the addition of a pergola over the entire area. It turned out beautifully. It was completed in a timely manner and the work was meticulous. They are very professional in every aspect and I...
8 Stars, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2021
It was GREAT! He refinished the outside woodwork, replaced the deck railing and when the railing finish didn't uphold to the weather he has agreed to refinish it with a different stain. The railing itself is as sturdy as when he installed it, and the other finish is gorgeous. I recommend him...
Northern lights construction
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very dependable and always on time. Excellent, thorough workmanship, He had excellent solutions for problem areas. He extended a roof over preexisting steps from a metal-roofed deck. No more roof snow dumps onto the steps this winter!
Luke-N-Sons, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2014
The fellow arrived at the scheduled time, set up on the deck and removed the old door and frame. The work took him into the afternoon, but everything was done professionally. The original door did not fit the frame properly; you could see a little open space on one side. Not a good thing in...
ABC Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
Everything went well. He arrived on time and was thorough in his work. This was on a boiler that he had previously installed a couple of years ago. That installation also went very well. We will be using him the future for boiler maintenance and repair and would highly recommend him for boiler...
Joshua Industries
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Reviewed in September 2013
Dropped car off. Provided me a ride to work and picked me up when vehicle was done. Did regular scheduled maintenance.
Stanley Nissan
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Reviewed in September 2013
Crew came in and did a quick efficient job, I have had no problems with the system other than routine maintenance, and I now have no moisture problems in my house! I am very pleased and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
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