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TruSouth Mobile Media Blasting LLC
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Serving Dawson, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Excellent customer service. Arrived at scheduled time, did walk around property to confirm work to be done, completed to full satisfaction."
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Broken Board LLC
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Serving Dawson, AL and surrounding areas

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I provide full-service fence care to keep your property looking its best. Services include power washing and soft washing to remove dirt, mold, and grime, repairing broken boards or panels, and painting or staining for a fresh, long-lasting finish. I handle wood, vinyl, and composite fences with care, using professional-grade supplies and tools. Reliable, detail-focused, and committed to quality, just access to water is required! Whether you need routine maintenance, a full repaint, or repairs after wear and tear, I’ll make your fence look like new. Affordable, professional, and hassle-free—your satisfaction is my priority.

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Roe's Handyman
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Serving Dawson, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Built on a foundation of honesty, fair pricing, and uncompromised quality, this company delivers reliable handyman, professional painting, deck restoration, and power-washing services tailored to any schedule. Available seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the team focuses on exceptional craftsmanship and transparent communication with absolutely no hidden fees. To keep base rates fair for all local clients, a standard trip charge applies to any service locations beyond a 15-mile radius.

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Complete Home Repair
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Serving Dawson, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"When my husbands work schedule changed allowing him to complete the work, Al was flexible about the change. I called and spoke to Al and he was gracious and understanding. Al performed everything as discussed and kept me informed as we went along. While the work was not needed, his service is great! I kept his card and plan to call him with future jobs."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

Space deck handrail posts four to six feet apart. If the posts are more than six feet apart, the railing will be less able to withstand lateral forces and is more susceptible to breaking. Additionally, railing posts that are more than six feet apart may not be up to code, and you may face fines and be required to reinstall the posts to bring them up to code.

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.

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

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