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Avatar for South Coast Plastering & Stucco
South Coast Plastering & Stucco
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Elberta, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time repaired the stucco on the whole house and did a beautiful job. The workers where awesome and a pleasure to have around. I cannot say enough about how happy we are with the owner and how he made sure we where happy all through the process of this better than two week repair."
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Response time2 days
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Avatar for Eternal Life Builders, LLC
Eternal Life Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Elberta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had the owner, Brayden, raise up, replace and repair our 16x16 deck. He did an amazing job! If you need someone who is a hard worker and takes pride in his work, I would highly recommend him and the guys at Eternal Life Builders! Their number is 251-513-7684. They have done many things for me around my house including decks, fences, a chicken coop, a compost bin and gutters."
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Response rate93%
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Pressure-treated decking may be worth it if you want a natural, insect- and rot-resistant decking material that will last for decades with proper maintenance. As such, it’s a much better option than untreated pine. Alternative wood decking materials like cedar and redwood tend to be less durable and more expensive. Some homeowners prefer composite decking, which is a low-maintenance alternative to wood but is also more costly.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

With proper installation and maintenance, a vinyl deck can last up to 30 years. Factors like regular cleaning, minimal wear and tear, proper installation, and the use of higher-grade materials can extend its durability. However, extreme weather conditions or neglecting maintenance might shorten its lifespan. Adhering to manufacturer recommendations for care and occasional inspections can significantly prolong a vinyl deck's longevity.

A quality, well-maintained PVC decking can last 30 to 50 years. It’s known for being one of the most durable types of decking materials, with composite decking having a 25- to 30-year average lifespan and some softwood deckings only lasting 10 to 15 years. Luxury hardwood decks like Ipe may last longer than PVC decking, but they can cost more and require more maintenance.

Yes, but ensuring the deck has a solid foundation with adequate footings is critical before building, as the weight of a sunroom will put significant pressure on the structure below. Even if your deck is properly constructed, it may not be able to handle the extra weight. While some basic, lightweight, prefabricated sunrooms can sit on a deck with a strong existing foundation without additional supports, in many cases, the foundation and joists will need reinforcement. It is always best to have a structural engineer perform an inspection to evaluate the deck's quality and structural integrity. A professional can help you decide if reinforcement is sufficient or if it's better to tear down the deck and start over.

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