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ELITE Power Washing LLC
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Serving Semmes, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"The guys are great and very good st their job. I have used them before snd are always satisfied. They responded quickly and delivered service one day after quote Highly recommend. Call Daniel."
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Homecolor Painting & Handyman Services
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Serving Semmes, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Lewis and his crew were really professional and offered great suggestion as we went forward with the work.  Everything was done above our expectations.  Can't say enough great things about the quality of the work performed."
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J and A Construction
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Serving Semmes, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"Great! Blake is an acceptional carpenter and really knows all the little details of construction. My deck looks awesome. He was on time and within budget. Very satisfied and would highly recommend for any home improvement project you are considering."
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Pro Tech Deck
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Serving Semmes, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

Pro Tech Deck specializes in transforming outdoor spaces with beautiful and durable decks and porches. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. With Pro Tech Deck, you can trust that your home project is in capable hands. Contact us today to bring your vision to life.

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Coastal Lawn & Landscape LLC
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Serving Semmes, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew did an amazing job! They went over and beyond for what I asked them to do for me on a rental property. I would ask their opinion on certain concerns I had and they would be honest about it. Their work is amazing! I will be hiring them again! Trustworthy, honest, reliable, dependable and completed in a timely manner!!!!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

Generally, a patio is more accessible than a standard deck because patios are constructed at ground level. However, decks can be made accessible by adding a wheelchair-accessible ramp, a vertical lift, or a stair lift along the entry. An ADA-compliant deck ramp costs about $3,000 on average. The additional investment will provide a much friendlier experience for your guests with movement impairments.

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

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