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Q: What is the best way to clean your decking?

• <div><p>The best way to clean your decking is to clear debris from the gaps between the boards, sweep the surface, rinse it, apply cleaner, rinse again, and let it dry fully. A homemade deck cleaner made of two gallons of warm water and 1/2 cup vinegar is a simple cleaning solution for both wood and composite decking. You can sprinkle baking soda on any spots with mold or mildew, then scrub the area and rinse clean. </p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand a deck before repainting?

• <div><p>Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.</p></div>

Q: Should deck skirting touch the ground?

• <div><p>Deck skirting shouldn&rsquo;t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.</p></div>

Q: How should stair stringers be attached to a deck?

• <div><p>There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won&rsquo;t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.</p></div>

Q: Can I build a deck over my HVAC unit?

• <div><p>Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don&rsquo;t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-floating-deck.htm">build a floating deck</a> in another part of your yard&mdash;again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.</p></div>

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Last update on August 23, 2024

Reviewed in August 2024
Very knowledgeable, Tommy has lots of experience and I would definitely recommend him for any swimming pool related repairs.
Tahoe Pool Pro
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Reviewed in May 2022
Everything about them is great. They repaired my roof and I love it. Nick was keen to ensure that the problem never recurs.
Reliable Roofing
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Reviewed in September 2021
Everyone at Tekton was a dream team. Allison walked us through every step, helped choose materials and went with me to several suppliers even though this was a smallish concrete slab patio job. Both Allison and Roy really knew all the construction ins and outs to help us decide various elevation...
Tekton Group
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Reviewed in August 2021
Good. He assessed the problem quickly and did a good repair job. I would use again.
Hernandez Home Care and Repair
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Reviewed in February 2019
Val was quick to respond, very prompt,polite,and repaired my oven quickly. I would use him again.
BIG CITY Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in November 2018
The two servicemen were kind, thoughtful, and very informative as to the nature of my problem and the alternatives for repair. I would highly recommend and will use them for future issues.
Yes! Las Vegas - Electrical
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Reviewed in July 2016
Victor came right away and looked at the entire unit. We had expected to pay hundreds ans it was only a $85.00 repair. He also a few weeks later services my parents AC unit an it was also only $85.00 I would recommend Extreme for all my cooling and heating needs. Thank you Victor and Hugo! <3
Extreme Cooling & Heating
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Reviewed in November 2015
The roof repair was completed just in time (before a storm, just before Thanksgiving holiday) thanks to extra efforts by this contractor. They definitly saved the day for us due to their dedication to excellent customer service!!
ABC Roofing
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Reviewed in January 2014
This is a terrible company, providing terrible customer service, and a complete lack of ethics. They are freight brokers -- if you have something somewhere that you want to ship, you call them and for a fee, they find the freight company that will bring it to you. I contracted with them to...
Wrapit Express Crate & Ship
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Jake Nelson Construction

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

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"Jake was great to deal withâ ¦kept appointmentsâ ¦did what he said he would do.. new deck looks amazing. On time and for the price quoted. Highly recommend Jake Nelson"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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"We?re very satisfied with our roof replacement. Ron coordinated the job really well and made the whole thing easy for us. The crew was quick, professional, and did a great job with both installation and cleanup. The roof looks excellent and we haven?t had any issues since. Overall a great experience and we?d happily use them again!"

Recommended by59%of homeowners

Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"Jake called me within 45 minutes after I submitted my request, and we were able to set up a date to begin the work. Material delivery cost us a week but once the project started it was completed on time. We are extremely happy with out new deck. I would not hesitate to recommend Nelson Construction."

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Mega Power Electric, Inc

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

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"Joshua has done a lot of work for us over the last year - from replacing blinds to fixing faucets, toilets and installing light fixtures, smoke alarms, shower fixtures, etc. His work is always excellent! He is very prompt, reliable, and does a thorough job. I was thrilled to find such a great handyman since we had to move and rent out our house. The only problem is that his schedule is very busy because he's so good!!
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Mejia's All In Construction

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

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"Professional, efficient, and well done. Highly recommend. The fence is beautiful."

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Response time3 days

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"It went great. They went above and beyond Including pressure washing before the job, Repairing A stucco patch From an old remodel That blends perfectly. I could not be happier and would probably say my house is the prettiest in the neighborhood. Thank you Levi and brother George"

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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Legacy Building Company

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Serving Graeagle, CA and surrounding areas

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"Went very well. Dennis was professional, efficient, courteous and went the extra mile and fixed some small things for me while completing the agreed job on time. He will be doing more projects for me in the future."

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Ybarra Professional Builders

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In business since 1977

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"Extremely prompt and professional. Wonderful contractors. Will recommend to all"

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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

The best way to clean your decking is to clear debris from the gaps between the boards, sweep the surface, rinse it, apply cleaner, rinse again, and let it dry fully. A homemade deck cleaner made of two gallons of warm water and 1/2 cup vinegar is a simple cleaning solution for both wood and composite decking. You can sprinkle baking soda on any spots with mold or mildew, then scrub the area and rinse clean.

Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don’t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could build a floating deck in another part of your yard—again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.

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