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Real Handy Handyman
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Kevin is not only professional, he is also honest in his work. He changed the mesh screens on all of my windows. He refused to charge me for one that he fixed in a few minutes. Honesty and professionalism is an essential trait to have in his line of work. This happy customer recommends him for all of your handy-man needs and will definitely be using his services again!"
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Fix and Forget Handyman Services
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a beautiful and fabulous job. They tore down my concrete back porch and stairs and rebuilt wooden porch and stairs from the ground up. They always came on time. Came faithfully everyday until the job was done. Cleaned up and hauled all debris away. It looks like a work of art. I would definitely hire for future projects. If you want the job done right Fix and Forget Handyman Services is the way to go!"
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Response time4 days
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Gilbert's Maldonado Painting
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gilberto and his assistant were prompt, professional and friendly. They were quick to remove the old equipment, careful not to cause any damage to the floors and walls. They mounted and connected all the equipment quickly then took away all the old materials. I recommend them highly."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Playground Equipment questions, answered by experts

The average lifespan for a playset is around eight to ten years, but you can probably make it last to 15 years with good weather conditions and proper maintenance. If you’re purchasing a pre-made playset, some brands offer warranties for up to 25 years—long after your kiddos are grown.

Rubber mulch is widely considered the best material to place under a playset. This material option provides more cushioning than traditional wood mulch for added protection, remains cooler than sand and most other materials in direct sunlight, and it’s low maintenance. Rubber mulch is slightly more expensive than other common options at $120 per cubic yard on average, whereas pine bark mulch is $30 per cubic yard. But when it comes to your children’s safety, the investment is worthwhile. Consult your playground equipment installation company about material recommendations before starting this project.

In most cases, your professional playground installer will put down a playground surface before assembling the fun-filled system. However, you should ask your installer about this service before booking an installment date. Most playground equipment installation companies offer service add-ons like leveling the area, laying down a surface, building a border to keep the surface material contained, and setting up the swing set.

It’s usually possible to install a playground yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Playground construction can be complicated and involves moving large, heavy, and bulky components into place while you affix them to other pieces. Not only is the work physically demanding, but any mistakes could reduce the lifespan of your playground and potentially put any children who use the equipment at risk of injury. It’s relatively inexpensive to hire a professional playground installer, and it’s usually worth the investment, if only for the peace of mind it provides.

Choosing a suitable backyard playset that’s age-appropriate and entertaining for your children is worth the cost. A backyard playset you can update and upgrade as your kids grow offers even more benefits. Although a playset won’t substantially increase your home’s value, it won’t negatively affect it either.

The Berkeley, CA homeowners’ guide to playground equipment services

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