How wide can deck stairs be with two stringers?

• <div><p>Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the <a href="https://www.nachi.org/inspecting-stair-stringers.htm">International Association of Certified Home Inspectors</a> recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.</p></div>

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Q: What kind of base or substructure is required for composite decking?

• <div><p>Composite decking requires a solid foundation or substructure for support. This base is typically a frame composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame can be built from various materials, such as composite, plastic, timber, or metal, depending on your budget, deck type, and environmental conditions. For maximum stability, a professional deck builder may recommend installing this frame on top of a solid concrete base. It is best to discuss the most suitable substructure design and materials for your specific project with a professional.</p></div>

Q: Does a deck have to be perfectly level?

• <div><p>A deck doesn&rsquo;t have to be perfectly level. Many pros even recommend a gentle slope to ensure proper drainage and increase longevity. The ideal gentle slope is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot away from the property, leading water away from the home to prevent pooling and reduce the risk of damage. It also minimizes rot, mold, and other moisture-related problems. </p></div>

Q: What are the signs that my deck needs professional repair?

• <div><p>Rotting wood, loose railings, or unstable stairs may indicate a need for expertise.</p></div>

Q: Should snow be removed from a deck?

• <div><p>Yes, snow should be removed from a deck to protect it from damage caused by moisture and heavy loads. Shovel the snow off of your deck regularly once it is more than four inches deep. Avoid using salt, which can damage your deck.</p></div>

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Everything about them is great. They repaired my roof and I love it. Nick was keen to ensure that the problem never recurs.
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He did a great job. He is conscientious, keeps in contact, and cleans up after himself.
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The project included cabinets and painting walls, trim and sills. Point of View Painting was very helpful in suggestions of colors to consider. Point of View Painting owner Ken Killian and his crew proved to be most respectful and professional during the whole process of hiring, painting and...
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Very professional, I was very happy. They were clean and neat, and went out of their way to make sure I was happy at the end of project.
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Love the result! Julie and Lisa did a fantastic, professional job. Julie helped with the choice of paint colors, and spent time painting sample patches of color until we were satisfied. Her recommendations were spot-on. She used high quality paint, left the interior clean, and completed the...
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William always arrives within moments of his stated arrival time, the same day we call him, and no matter what the weather, does a complete and professional job of septic cleaning. It seems like our bathroom always smells wonderful when he leaves. I would highly recommend this man for any type...
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Mega Power Electric, Inc

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"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."

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"Joshua is great! I purchased the toilets at Home Depot and arranged for Joshua to pick them up. Well HD Lancaster location only had two of the HE toilets that I wanted, so the 3rd toilet was picked up in the HD Palmdale store. Joshua did all this with pleasure. He was on time, work was completed superbly and cleanup was on point. I will always call on Joshua for my Handyman needs..."

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"It went well and they did a good job. I would use them again."

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High Mountain Surface Restoration LLC

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"Ken was really polite and easy to work with, and I plan on trying some of his other services."

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We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Jorge Granados Ruiz strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

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DPL General Contractors, Inc

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Deck Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Composite decking requires a solid foundation or substructure for support. This base is typically a frame composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame can be built from various materials, such as composite, plastic, timber, or metal, depending on your budget, deck type, and environmental conditions. For maximum stability, a professional deck builder may recommend installing this frame on top of a solid concrete base. It is best to discuss the most suitable substructure design and materials for your specific project with a professional.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

A deck doesn’t have to be perfectly level. Many pros even recommend a gentle slope to ensure proper drainage and increase longevity. The ideal gentle slope is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot away from the property, leading water away from the home to prevent pooling and reduce the risk of damage. It also minimizes rot, mold, and other moisture-related problems.

Rotting wood, loose railings, or unstable stairs may indicate a need for expertise.

Yes, snow should be removed from a deck to protect it from damage caused by moisture and heavy loads. Shovel the snow off of your deck regularly once it is more than four inches deep. Avoid using salt, which can damage your deck.

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