Why does my deck pop and not my neighbor’s?

• <div><p>Your deck may pop, and your neighbor’s deck may not for a number of reasons. Whether or not a deck pops will depend on how it was made, the conditions it’s exposed to, and the materials. Improper spacing is a common reason for increased pressure between deck boards. Moisture penetration is another. </p></div>

How do you make a deck gate not sag?

• <div><p>You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.</p></div>

How long should I wait to walk or drive on the repaired area?

• <div><p>If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least <b>24 hours</b> before walking on it and <b>48 to 72 hours</b> before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.</p></div>

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Q: Why does my deck pop and not my neighbor’s?

• <div><p>Your deck may pop, and your neighbor&rsquo;s deck may not for a number of reasons. Whether or not a deck pops will depend on how it was made, the conditions it&rsquo;s exposed to, and the materials. Improper spacing is a common reason for increased pressure between deck boards. Moisture penetration is another. </p></div>

Q: What grit sandpaper is best for sanding a deck?

• <div><p>Start with a 60- or 80-grit sandpaper when sanding a deck, though this could change depending on the type of wood that comprises the deck and how smooth you want the overall finish. If you prioritize a smooth final finish, progress to a finer grit like 120 or 150. Avoid ultra-fine grits for traditional sanding, as it could close up the wood pores and make it harder to apply a finish down the line.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance is needed after staining or painting a deck?

• <div><p>Aftercare includes routine cleaning, checking for water repellency, and promptly addressing any chips or peels, maintaining the deck's appearance and functionality.</p></div>

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Hired to do basic yard maintenance. Stole several of my personal tools and never returned calls when I tried to contact him regarding the tools. Did a below average job and stole my items. Save youâ re money
Figueroa Handy Services - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in January 2022
Chase whitney pools was the only pool company/contractor to get back and call me and even respond after several calls to other pool companies. Armando Gonzalez was always able to receive my calls and respond back with any concerns I had. He also provided me with a great value for all the work I...
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Reviewed in June 2019
This local company exceeded my expectations as they have in the past (when they provided annual maintenance for my HVAC unit). Yesterday, I needed ducting installed to vent my dryer outside the crawlspace, where had been installed by the previous homeowners. Central Air sent two friendly,...
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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 July 2017
Great! Transformed my yard by just doing weekly maintenance. Instead of charging me a cleanup fee he just said by weekly maintenance they would clean up and make my yard "pop". They did.
Don Jose Lawn Service
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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 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 2009
Curt also performs our quarterly pest control maintenance and worked with us when we discovered a termite infestation after purchasing the house. Curt is super dependable and always visits with me to make sure I completely understand what he is doing and makes sure I am satisified before he...
Curt's Pest Control
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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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