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Southern Style Fence & Lawn Care
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Cowarts, AL and surrounding areas

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"The guys did a great job on our fence for the Boys & Girls Club of Daleville they were very friendly and hard workers and were able to do the job very well even though we had some uneven ground to work with."
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B’s Home Renovation & Decks
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Cowarts, AL and surrounding areas

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Hello, My name is Brad Phillips. I own B’s Home Renovation and Decks. Me and my wife have five beautiful children that we cherish and adore. We provide a good foundation morally and instill financial responsibility and trust. \n\nOur business is our livelihood. With that being said we are here to please the clients that choose B’s for their Reno Project. The trust it takes for people to allow us access into their homes is massive. We take that very seriously here. We won’t take a project on unless we are confident we can please our homeowners. Our mission is to provide services that exceed expectations. In today’s world this is hard to come by but we strive everyday for excellence. \n\nAt B’s we can install and repair metal roofing. Repair shingle roofing. Repair leaking roof. Build decks. Install pole barns. Install flooring. Tear out and replace flooring. Paint interior or exterior of home. Paint newly installed concrete or refinish old. Remodel bathrooms. Install kitchen cabinets.

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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Cowarts, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"This is the best, most hard working business doing lawn care and pressure washing. My home looks awesome, my lawn looks better than it has since I quit doing it myself. They care about what they are doing and are the most professional and friendly people you could hope to meet! I highly recommend them, and am very happy to now be on their schedule for continued lawn care"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

A sunroom is worth installing on a deck, both for the value and your own enjoyment. A Florida room addition costs between $10,000 and $140,000, so it’s pretty expensive. However, a quality sunroom can offer a 50% return on investment, making your home more sellable. Plus, if it’s a space you and your family enjoy relaxing in daily for years to come, it’s worth the money, time, and effort, even without the added monetary value.

Building a deck without a permit could lead to fines for both the homeowner and the contractor. The exact penalties will depend on your state and municipal building laws. You might also be required to remove the deck and apply for a permit before you can build another. While it might be tempting to skip the permit to save a few bucks, it’ll cost you much more if you’re caught.

Composite decking requires a solid foundation, substructure, or subframe to ensure stability. This base is typically composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame's joists can be built from various materials like composite, plastic, timber, or metal, as long as the base can support the deck's weight without shifting. A professional deck builder might recommend installing the frame on a solid concrete base for added durability. The final design and materials for the substructure will depend on your budget, the type of deck, and environmental conditions.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

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