"Rupert and Michael just completed staining and sealing our very complicated deck/pergola project and did a masterful job. Their communication was prompt, every appointment was on time and their knowledge and craftsmanship was evident from start to finish. We especially appreciated their attention to detail and their care in protecting the surrounding detail of our 1906 home. Our finished deck is beautiful!"
"Mauricio was an absolute joy to work with. He did great work for us, and we really appreciated the plan he came up with to fix our balcony. Mauricio is a great communicator and a solid human being. I wholeheartedly recommend him and All American Pressure Cleaning to anyone in need of his services. Top-notch!"
"Jason is great. Hired him multiple times for a wide range of interior and exterior projects. He does high quality work and communicates every step of the way. I know I am in good hands when Jason is on the job and highly recommend."
"It was great service and they did a very good job. I was very happy with their quality of work. Their price was pretty good. I bought the paint. They were competitively priced. They used primer and plastic."
"We had an excellent experience with Bob and his 3 man crew from the very beginning to the end. First of all, he answers his cell phone and returns emails promptly. He was friendly, very amenable to critiques, and extremely flexible with his time and work. Due to delays with the other contractors, which interrupted Bob's work, he was very accommodating and worked with the schedule of the other contractors on the job. He returned several times to complete finish work so that the entire just was perfect. In addition, during the job, Bob and his crew were polite, very neat, and cleaned up each day. Bob was an absolute delight to work with and we were very pleased that we found him thri Angie's List!!! And we certainly appreciated the discount!"
"We worked with Ali (sales manager) and Tony (project manager), who took the time to design a project that made sense for our property and our budget, made a number of suggestions and recommendations and were never pushy or tried to "sell" us on something. The crew really went above and beyond to provide top quality workmanship and overall we were in very good hands. Highly recommended!"
"Bill and his team did a FANTASTIC job painting our new home that was in need of some bright new paint. The walls were in pretty awful shape with lots of dings, drywall issues, some walls needing wall paper removal not to mention the crown molding either needing to be replaced or smoothed out. Bill came for an estimate right away when I contacted him (accommodating after work hours) and spent a lot of time with me discussing how he'd do the job and explaining different aspects of painting to me. I had a lot of questions and he was patient and so informative. He also happily came back out to the house to answer follow up questions before he started the job. He arrived with his crew on time right when he said he'd start the job and they finished on time in 4 days. I couldn't believe the amount of prep work they did to get the walls in good shape to paint and in the end, it looks amazing. Everyone compliments me on what a great job they did and how good the house looks now- it's amazing what paint can do! Bill is so knowledgeable and is always happy to answer your questions. He also will let you proceed as you planned without complaint (I really wanted to use BM colors vs. color matching to Behr paint) and go the extra mile to make sure you are happy with the job in the end. He even spaced out painting the bedrooms so I'd have somewhere to sleep each night! The tape job they did to make sure none of our stuff was damaged was impressive and they cleaned up so well. His crew is friendly, professional, and I had no problem letting them come into the house each day while we were at work to do the job. We will have them back to do some other paints jobs we have planned, but we so happy we found Bill and his team! "
It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.
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.
To flatten a cupped deck board, start by ensuring it’s dry. Then, try flipping the board over so the cupped side faces down and reattach it. If that’s not possible, you can use screws to pull it tighter to the joists or plane the edges slightly to reduce the cup. It’s best to replace severely cupped boards.
A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge softwoods.
The average cost to professionally clean or pressure wash a deck is around $150, with prices typically ranging from $100 to $600. Several factors influence the final price, including the deck's size, material, condition, and how long it has been since its last cleaning. For a smaller deck of about 300 square feet, you might pay around $100. For a larger deck of 1,000 square feet or more, the cost could be closer to $300 to $400. Decks that are very dirty or haven't been cleaned in years may require more time and special detergents, which will increase the price. The deck's material also plays a role. Wood decks often cost more to clean because they require a gentle power washing technique to avoid damage. Composite decks are typically less expensive to clean, and cleaning a metal deck may cost around $100.
The Aptos, CA homeowners’ guide to deck cleaning services
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Refinishing your deck is a great way to restore its appearance and fall in love with your outdoor space. Use this guide to learn how much it costs based on factors like size and type.
Learn how to clean a deck before staining to ensure long-lasting adhesion, weatherproofing, and optimum appearance of this coloring and protecting treatment.
Deck maintenance is vital to protecting a wooden deck. Cleaning, staining and sealing a deck after pressure washing will add years to its lifespan. Protect a deck by following these deck maintenance tips for cedar and other types of wood materials.
