What maintenance does a wood deck need?

• <div><p>A wood deck needs an annual cleaning, plus refinishing every two to three years, which involves <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-sand-deck.htm">sanding the deck</a> and applying stain or sealer. If you have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-paint-deck.htm">painted deck</a>, you’ll need to repaint it every 10 years. You should also fix and repair loose or broken deck boards, nails, and screws. Cleaning your deck regularly and applying sealant protects the wood from the elements, water damage, rot, mildew, and fading from the sun.</p></div>

Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain my water dock?

• <div><p>Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.</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: How do you fix rotten deck wood?

• <div><p>When it comes to rotten deck wood, there really is no fixing it in the traditional sense&mdash;it needs to be removed and replaced. While you can certainly do this yourself, we don&rsquo;t recommend it as some of the issues causing wood to rot could have spread throughout your deck and an untrained eye may not be able to notice. The good news is that replacing deck wood isn&rsquo;t the most expensive project, and can seriously increase the quality and aesthetics of your home.</p></div>

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Brandon and his crew worked with me to build a 25 year dream I had in my head. His professionalism and fabrication skills were incredible. They installed a retainer wall, 58 yards of concrete complete with grading and base, increased my concrete front porch along with incidentals. Then Brandon...
Unique Outdoor Creations LLC
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Reviewed in May 2019
Job well done in closing my porch for new kittens. He took the time to make sure there were no openings cuz we know they're going to climb to the top and look and see attention to detail important stuff! Very personable.
ClearPro Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in January 2018
We hired Tom and his crew to repair/replace an old wood deck attached to our barn, replace siding and a sliding glass door. He worked fast, was knowledgeable, and did quality work. He came out promptly to give an estimate. The only downside was that he wasn't able to start the job as quickly...
T N T Construction
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Reviewed in August 2015
Called from work to schedule inspection/ estimate around july 20th. Before I even got home Ralph already visited the house, inspected and drew up a contract/estimate. (Home is about 1200 square feet) Cost was $6000 for job, 50% down payment, balance to be paid off in full on completion. Work...
R SANCHEZ ROOFING
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Reviewed in October 2014
We are extremely pleased with Robert and Tony's service, courtesy and professionalism. Unlike other services we called,C and M Tree Service is licensed, bonded and completely insured. When Robert looked at the job and gave us an estimate, he said it might be a week before they could get...
C & M Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2014
While no service was provided, I was extremely impressed by the company's responsiveness. They are a contractor who cares about business. They returned my calls in a timely manner. sent quotes by e-mail and did actual, quality 'follow up'. After dealing with some contractors who seem to not...
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Reviewed in August 2012
They have been there for all my pool problems. They came out and evaluated my pool needs and would have the Replacement parts or supplies ordered the same day. They would have my parts or supplies received in their Store within a day or two. Recently they were contacted for repairs of my pool...
MARSHAL'S POOL AND SPA
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Reviewed in April 2011
The Bathroom is now called the 'Queens Room". That's how much I love it! The closet actually holds ALL MY SHOES! One of the things I like about Greg is that he looks around the house and incorporates your taste and style into his suggestions when selecting products He will be coming back for our...
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Reviewed in April 2009
They Giombetti guys (one electrician and one helper, costing a total of $100 per hour) showed up when they said that they would. I was so pleased with their work that I asked them to run some wires for in-wall speakers and also a couple of new outlets. A Deck House is the worst possible kind...
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