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All American Pressure Cleaning

5.00(
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Approved Pro

All American Pressure Cleaning

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
190 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of services you may need from Pressure washing, gutter cleaning, roof washing, Solar panel cleaning and many around the home needs.

"My fence had blown down in a recent storm and I didn't want my dogs getting out. All American came out promptly and gave me a quote that day and started the following Monday. The service was very well done and completed in one day. The owner was very polite and easy to work with. I am looking forward to them coming out and pressure washing my patio and decks. I would recommend this service."

Donna M on April 2023

We offer a variety of services you may need from Pressure washing, gutter cleaning, roof washing, Solar panel cleaning and many around the home needs.

"My fence had blown down in a recent storm and I didn't want my dogs getting out. All American came out promptly and gave me a quote that day and started the following Monday. The service was very well done and completed in one day. The owner was very polite and easy to work with. I am looking forward to them coming out and pressure washing my patio and decks. I would recommend this service."

Donna M on April 2023


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Cal Preserving

1906 Plymouth St
4.67(
174
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Cal Preserving

1906 Plymouth St
4.67(
174
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
63 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

Super Service Award Winner 10 years in a row and almost 35 years of experience serving the Greater San Francisco Bay Area! When it comes to wooden decks, fences, siding, etc., we are leading the industry in cleaning, restoring, refinishing, preserving (staining, sealing) and maintaining all exterior wooden surfaces that are not painted. We do not do new construction, but we do make small repairs. One of our goals is to deliver the highest quality customer service and knowledge of exterior wood restoration, preservation and maintenance. Our policy is that we don't take a dime of your money until the work is done and you are happy. Knowledge about the product is one thing, but delivering outstanding service and running a solid company is equally important. Our mission is to advocate for your money and give good honest advice whether or not you decide to hire us.

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"

Angelica C on April 2023

Super Service Award Winner 10 years in a row and almost 35 years of experience serving the Greater San Francisco Bay Area! When it comes to wooden decks, fences, siding, etc., we are leading the industry in cleaning, restoring, refinishing, preserving (staining, sealing) and maintaining all exterior wooden surfaces that are not painted. We do not do new construction, but we do make small repairs. One of our goals is to deliver the highest quality customer service and knowledge of exterior wood restoration, preservation and maintenance. Our policy is that we don't take a dime of your money until the work is done and you are happy. Knowledge about the product is one thing, but delivering outstanding service and running a solid company is equally important. Our mission is to advocate for your money and give good honest advice whether or not you decide to hire us.

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"

Angelica C on April 2023


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Summit Deck Doctor

7265 Hihn Rd
4.84(
51
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Approved Pro

Summit Deck Doctor

7265 Hihn Rd
4.84(
51
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

This is Rupert and my team at Summit Deck Doctor. We offer Deck Finishing, Deck Repairs and Deck Build within 25 miles of Los Gatos. We know you have a choice and hope you will choose us! There are three things that make us different from other contractors: LOOKS BETTER, LASTS LONGER, JOB DONE. Here’s why: 1) LOOKS BETTER. a. We avoid lap marks where two layers overlap. Not every contractor understand the import of maintaining a wet edge to avoid these dark marks on your deck. B) we stain the edges of the boards so you don’t get “zebra stripes” – very visible and distracting drips down the sides of the boards (other contractors charge extra to fix this), c) we use lots of drop cloths to avoid spills (so no more careless mess below the deck). 2) LASTS LONGER. a). We use reliable durable stains, not the cheapest ones (unlike other contractors), b) we use hybrid stains, not environmentally-unfriendly and smelly oil stains which have very poor durability. c) we apply stains in the shade or the cool of the evening to allow stain to sink in and so they last twice as long (unlike contractors who don’t seem to read the instructions on the can which say “don’t apply in sunshine”). 3). JOB DONE. a). I will be coming to give you the quote and I am the owner (unlike other contractors who send a sales guy who might make promises the company can’t keep). b) I will write up the quote then and there (no waiting a week for a contractor to type it up), c) I will be calling you every night during the work to make sure you are happy. IN SUMMARY: We put special care into refinishing your deck and handrails so they look stunning, in giving you twice the durability of other contractors, and in getting the job done efficiently. We believe we halve the cost of refinishing your deck because we apply stains in a way that doubles the durability of your deck finish which means you have it done once not twice, saving you money. WANT TO KNOW MORE? Download our 90 page book "Deckology; The Art & Science of Deck Finishing and Carpentry" which explains the refinishing and carpentry process. (Look for deckology33.pdf). WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN. We have worked on over 1000 decks, have been in business for 12 years, are accredited at A+ with the Better Business Bureau, are a Super Service Award Winner at AngiesList.com with over 50 reviews, have a 5 star rating on Yelp with over 38 reviews, and are certified by the EPA for removal of toxic finishes. We are licensed, bonded and carry workers compensation insurance for your protection. We offer Fixed Prices, which include all labor and material expenses; this gives you peace of mind with no hidden costs. Our payment schedules are all milestone-based, which means you pay only when a milestone in work is achieved, providing you with reduced risk and more peace of mind. Contracts are proper written contracts; nice and clear, and professional; how it should be. Unlike other contractors we work on your job continuously - no "dragging it out;” most jobs can be completed in 4 days' continuous work. We leave you a partial can of stain once we have finished so you know what stain we used, when it comes time to refinish the deck in the future. BEFORE YOU CALL. If you really don’t know what these things cost, then it would be helpful if you can estimate the size of your deck by pacing it out – so we can give you a ballpark estimate when you call PLEASE NOTE: Don't forget to read our reviews in both "Deck Maintenance" and "Decks and Porches" categories. Summit Deck Doctor is a DBA of Experiventures, inc.

"Our large deck was sorely neglected - no maintenance in at least 8 years - and I worried it was beyond help or would be cost-prohibitive to rehabilitate. Rupert and Michael breathed new life into it! Rupert (company principle) is very responsive, and he was able to give a quick informal estimate based on some photos and I texted. This made it very easy to start working together right away. Now the deck looks beautiful, and they were able to stain our wooden deck furniture to match. Great makeover for our deck and lovely folks to work with!"

Laura G on October 2021

This is Rupert and my team at Summit Deck Doctor. We offer Deck Finishing, Deck Repairs and Deck Build within 25 miles of Los Gatos. We know you have a choice and hope you will choose us! There are three things that make us different from other contractors: LOOKS BETTER, LASTS LONGER, JOB DONE. Here’s why: 1) LOOKS BETTER. a. We avoid lap marks where two layers overlap. Not every contractor understand the import of maintaining a wet edge to avoid these dark marks on your deck. B) we stain the edges of the boards so you don’t get “zebra stripes” – very visible and distracting drips down the sides of the boards (other contractors charge extra to fix this), c) we use lots of drop cloths to avoid spills (so no more careless mess below the deck). 2) LASTS LONGER. a). We use reliable durable stains, not the cheapest ones (unlike other contractors), b) we use hybrid stains, not environmentally-unfriendly and smelly oil stains which have very poor durability. c) we apply stains in the shade or the cool of the evening to allow stain to sink in and so they last twice as long (unlike contractors who don’t seem to read the instructions on the can which say “don’t apply in sunshine”). 3). JOB DONE. a). I will be coming to give you the quote and I am the owner (unlike other contractors who send a sales guy who might make promises the company can’t keep). b) I will write up the quote then and there (no waiting a week for a contractor to type it up), c) I will be calling you every night during the work to make sure you are happy. IN SUMMARY: We put special care into refinishing your deck and handrails so they look stunning, in giving you twice the durability of other contractors, and in getting the job done efficiently. We believe we halve the cost of refinishing your deck because we apply stains in a way that doubles the durability of your deck finish which means you have it done once not twice, saving you money. WANT TO KNOW MORE? Download our 90 page book "Deckology; The Art & Science of Deck Finishing and Carpentry" which explains the refinishing and carpentry process. (Look for deckology33.pdf). WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN. We have worked on over 1000 decks, have been in business for 12 years, are accredited at A+ with the Better Business Bureau, are a Super Service Award Winner at AngiesList.com with over 50 reviews, have a 5 star rating on Yelp with over 38 reviews, and are certified by the EPA for removal of toxic finishes. We are licensed, bonded and carry workers compensation insurance for your protection. We offer Fixed Prices, which include all labor and material expenses; this gives you peace of mind with no hidden costs. Our payment schedules are all milestone-based, which means you pay only when a milestone in work is achieved, providing you with reduced risk and more peace of mind. Contracts are proper written contracts; nice and clear, and professional; how it should be. Unlike other contractors we work on your job continuously - no "dragging it out;” most jobs can be completed in 4 days' continuous work. We leave you a partial can of stain once we have finished so you know what stain we used, when it comes time to refinish the deck in the future. BEFORE YOU CALL. If you really don’t know what these things cost, then it would be helpful if you can estimate the size of your deck by pacing it out – so we can give you a ballpark estimate when you call PLEASE NOTE: Don't forget to read our reviews in both "Deck Maintenance" and "Decks and Porches" categories. Summit Deck Doctor is a DBA of Experiventures, inc.

"Our large deck was sorely neglected - no maintenance in at least 8 years - and I worried it was beyond help or would be cost-prohibitive to rehabilitate. Rupert and Michael breathed new life into it! Rupert (company principle) is very responsive, and he was able to give a quick informal estimate based on some photos and I texted. This made it very easy to start working together right away. Now the deck looks beautiful, and they were able to stain our wooden deck furniture to match. Great makeover for our deck and lovely folks to work with!"

Laura G on October 2021


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Cal Preserving, Inc.

1906 Plymouth Street
4.63(
12
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Approved Pro

Cal Preserving, Inc.

1906 Plymouth Street
4.63(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
76 local quotes requested

Cal Preserving, Inc. is your exterior wood cleaning and preserving specialists. Anything from wood decks, fences to natural wooden siding can be cleaned, restored, and preserved. Cal Preserving also specializes in cleaning and staining hardwood surfaces (IPE and other). The owner, Bruce Watkins, has over 30 years of experience in the field and takes pride in earning repeat business. They ensure your satisfaction, so that you look to them for your future needs. They are fully bonded, insured and licensed. Their policy is not to take a dime until the work is done and you are happy.

"They were on time, professional, and friendly"

Charles U on June 2024

Cal Preserving, Inc. is your exterior wood cleaning and preserving specialists. Anything from wood decks, fences to natural wooden siding can be cleaned, restored, and preserved. Cal Preserving also specializes in cleaning and staining hardwood surfaces (IPE and other). The owner, Bruce Watkins, has over 30 years of experience in the field and takes pride in earning repeat business. They ensure your satisfaction, so that you look to them for your future needs. They are fully bonded, insured and licensed. Their policy is not to take a dime until the work is done and you are happy.

"They were on time, professional, and friendly"

Charles U on June 2024


PATINOS CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING INC

732 California Street
5.00(
2
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PATINOS CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING INC

732 California Street
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned business specializing in the best and latest water proofing products and systems for your decks and patios With 30+ years of experience were you’re one stop shop for your remodeling and new construction needs Services we provide: kitchen and bathroom remodeling, concrete ,stucco, siding ,tile ,flooring, framing, ADU.

"I couldn’t be happier with my new bathroom! The work was completed on time, with excellent attention to detail. The team was professional and easy to work with—I highly recommend them!"

Sarina O on August 2025

Family owned business specializing in the best and latest water proofing products and systems for your decks and patios With 30+ years of experience were you’re one stop shop for your remodeling and new construction needs Services we provide: kitchen and bathroom remodeling, concrete ,stucco, siding ,tile ,flooring, framing, ADU.

"I couldn’t be happier with my new bathroom! The work was completed on time, with excellent attention to detail. The team was professional and easy to work with—I highly recommend them!"

Sarina O on August 2025


MS Construction and Services

11257 Bubb Road
5.00(
15
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MS Construction and Services

11257 Bubb Road
5.00(
15
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hi there, I'm Mike - the leading contractor for installing fences, gates, decks, awnings, and gazebos with extensive experience. Originally from Russia, I've brought my top-notch skills to sunny San Jose and am ready to tackle any project you have. As an experienced specialist, I focus on the installation and repair of fences, gates, decks, awnings, and gazebos, as well as painting them. What truly sets me apart is my engineering degree - I'm not just an average handyman. I'm a creative problem solver with a sharp mind, and I've assembled a team of 20 professionals to handle any complex challenges. My company has earned a stellar reputation for speed, quality, and exceptional service that always exceeds expectations. But don't just take my word for it - check out our reviews on Thumbtack, Yelp, and Google Business and see why our clients are always thrilled. I'm proud of my work and always strive to ensure you're 100% satisfied. If you want to avoid the low level of service often found in the construction industry, look no further - choose our team for your next project. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Let's get started today and turn your home into a masterpiece!

"Mikhail’s crew did it the right way. The Pergola was built to specs and built to last. Mikhail was quick to respond via text and, like any project, communication is a two way street. In recommend considering them for your next project. BTW, they even came back out to apply a second coat of stain weeks after the project was completed. It was quite a windy day when they applied the first coat so a second coat touch up was needed."

Doug N on June 2025

Hi there, I'm Mike - the leading contractor for installing fences, gates, decks, awnings, and gazebos with extensive experience. Originally from Russia, I've brought my top-notch skills to sunny San Jose and am ready to tackle any project you have. As an experienced specialist, I focus on the installation and repair of fences, gates, decks, awnings, and gazebos, as well as painting them. What truly sets me apart is my engineering degree - I'm not just an average handyman. I'm a creative problem solver with a sharp mind, and I've assembled a team of 20 professionals to handle any complex challenges. My company has earned a stellar reputation for speed, quality, and exceptional service that always exceeds expectations. But don't just take my word for it - check out our reviews on Thumbtack, Yelp, and Google Business and see why our clients are always thrilled. I'm proud of my work and always strive to ensure you're 100% satisfied. If you want to avoid the low level of service often found in the construction industry, look no further - choose our team for your next project. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Let's get started today and turn your home into a masterpiece!

"Mikhail’s crew did it the right way. The Pergola was built to specs and built to last. Mikhail was quick to respond via text and, like any project, communication is a two way street. In recommend considering them for your next project. BTW, they even came back out to apply a second coat of stain weeks after the project was completed. It was quite a windy day when they applied the first coat so a second coat touch up was needed."

Doug N on June 2025


L&L HANDYMAN SERVICES

13 PAJARO WAY
5.00(
1
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L&L HANDYMAN SERVICES

13 PAJARO WAY
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Offering Handyman & Maintenance Services in the Monterey county and surrounding areas. We repair and paint doors, windows, walls, ceilings, roofs and other parts of buildings. Remodelings, cabinetry, gardening etc. Un poquito de todo!

"Highly recommend ? I needed an upgrade in my front yard and they exceeded my expectations. They were able to build a concrete path and alongside they planted roots for beautiful flowers to grow. They re did my whole lawn, they swapped my mailbox, added a beautiful window box and fixed my fence. Very affordable pricing."

Maria T on March 2024

Offering Handyman & Maintenance Services in the Monterey county and surrounding areas. We repair and paint doors, windows, walls, ceilings, roofs and other parts of buildings. Remodelings, cabinetry, gardening etc. Un poquito de todo!

"Highly recommend ? I needed an upgrade in my front yard and they exceeded my expectations. They were able to build a concrete path and alongside they planted roots for beautiful flowers to grow. They re did my whole lawn, they swapped my mailbox, added a beautiful window box and fixed my fence. Very affordable pricing."

Maria T on March 2024



Superb Builders & Custom Made Cabinetry Inc.

3.17(
24
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Superb Builders & Custom Made Cabinetry Inc.

3.17(
24
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Customers say: Quality work
110 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 22 years of experience -Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - full home remodels - room additions - ADU's - Full Roof replacement -

"Would not recommend them to anyone. We had the worst experience with these guys. Scope of project: kitchen complete remodel, replacing carpet flooring with vinyl tile flooring , redo electrical for kitchen area only cost: 100K+ what went to plan: - kitchen demo - made one nice dry wall - setting up and framing of the kitchen area what went wrong: - communication/scheduling : we would never be told ahead of time when work was being done. Sometimes there would be days stretches where no one showed up and then guys would show up randomly on a Sunday morning. At the start of the project we told them we were going to move into the back half of the house, so just have that clean. We moved into trash and debris everywhere. They also saw a vinyl strap , strapped to our tree, tied to our neighbor's fence (it was there keeping the fence up as the tree was leaning into the neighbors fence). In their brilliance, they decided to cut the strap and use it for themselves. How did we know? we found it on our roof, used to tie some electrical conduit. Who the heck does that?! We should've cut ties at that point, it was just the start...if we only knew. But we gave them the benefit of the doubt...but things kept going wrong. - Kitchen cabinet install was not leveled, we end up telling them to not bother coming back and we installed the whole kitchen ourselves (re-leveling the base cabinets, putting on the hardware, installing the cabinet doors. - broke several custom panels (to their credit, they did pay for the reorder) but we ended up installing it ourselves , which we were never offered refund the labor. - the kitchen counter was not leveled, we also had to redo it ourselves in order for the independent countertop guys to install it. - cut hole for electrical switch too big, huge gap now in our org Eichler panel that is not repairable unless we replace the whole wall. - cut hole in wood beam ceiling too big for ceiling vent even though they had the manufacturer's specifications. tried to fix it, but it looks terrible. - lied and said they had experience installing lux vinyl tile. They didn't. The flooring , which is supposed to be new, looks like flooring that has been there for years and hadn't been replaced. It was discolored, uneven, not leveled, and not even lined up. How can you mess up lining up squares? Our sales person Joe ,came and made excuses after excuses , telling us " no one can install it better than them" , that this is the "best" we'll get. I cannot believe he could look us in the face and say that. We ended up requesting 1500 back, though for us to reorder redo the tiles for the kitchen will be 3K+. - as a last F you to us, they gave us the bill for the permit fees which includes a 3% of project cost recycling deposit that is 100% refundable if they just do the paperwork and let the city know where they recycled the demolition material. Our kitchen project was 80K and so it was $2400. Guess what, they "never heard of this" and have no proof of where they recycled the material and so cannot get the refund. I have no idea where they dumped the material.....and we're out 2400. The best thing about this project is finishing and NEVER having to deal with them again."

Bobby P on April 2020

Family owned business with over 22 years of experience -Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - full home remodels - room additions - ADU's - Full Roof replacement -

"Would not recommend them to anyone. We had the worst experience with these guys. Scope of project: kitchen complete remodel, replacing carpet flooring with vinyl tile flooring , redo electrical for kitchen area only cost: 100K+ what went to plan: - kitchen demo - made one nice dry wall - setting up and framing of the kitchen area what went wrong: - communication/scheduling : we would never be told ahead of time when work was being done. Sometimes there would be days stretches where no one showed up and then guys would show up randomly on a Sunday morning. At the start of the project we told them we were going to move into the back half of the house, so just have that clean. We moved into trash and debris everywhere. They also saw a vinyl strap , strapped to our tree, tied to our neighbor's fence (it was there keeping the fence up as the tree was leaning into the neighbors fence). In their brilliance, they decided to cut the strap and use it for themselves. How did we know? we found it on our roof, used to tie some electrical conduit. Who the heck does that?! We should've cut ties at that point, it was just the start...if we only knew. But we gave them the benefit of the doubt...but things kept going wrong. - Kitchen cabinet install was not leveled, we end up telling them to not bother coming back and we installed the whole kitchen ourselves (re-leveling the base cabinets, putting on the hardware, installing the cabinet doors. - broke several custom panels (to their credit, they did pay for the reorder) but we ended up installing it ourselves , which we were never offered refund the labor. - the kitchen counter was not leveled, we also had to redo it ourselves in order for the independent countertop guys to install it. - cut hole for electrical switch too big, huge gap now in our org Eichler panel that is not repairable unless we replace the whole wall. - cut hole in wood beam ceiling too big for ceiling vent even though they had the manufacturer's specifications. tried to fix it, but it looks terrible. - lied and said they had experience installing lux vinyl tile. They didn't. The flooring , which is supposed to be new, looks like flooring that has been there for years and hadn't been replaced. It was discolored, uneven, not leveled, and not even lined up. How can you mess up lining up squares? Our sales person Joe ,came and made excuses after excuses , telling us " no one can install it better than them" , that this is the "best" we'll get. I cannot believe he could look us in the face and say that. We ended up requesting 1500 back, though for us to reorder redo the tiles for the kitchen will be 3K+. - as a last F you to us, they gave us the bill for the permit fees which includes a 3% of project cost recycling deposit that is 100% refundable if they just do the paperwork and let the city know where they recycled the demolition material. Our kitchen project was 80K and so it was $2400. Guess what, they "never heard of this" and have no proof of where they recycled the material and so cannot get the refund. I have no idea where they dumped the material.....and we're out 2400. The best thing about this project is finishing and NEVER having to deal with them again."

Bobby P on April 2020


Elijah Torres Painting

5.00(
9
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Elijah Torres Painting

5.00(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Elijah Torres. Licensed painting contractor proudly serving Santa Cruz county, Monterey county & Silicon Valley. We are a team that takes pride in our craftsmanship where quality is by nature *ASK ABOUT DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND 1ST RESPONDERS!

"I could tell on the phone I was going to be pleased with Elijah, he had recommendations that proved very helpful. He showed up right on time. He was friendly and knowledgeable as well as very competent. It showed he took pride in his work. We will use him again and recommend him to friends."

Bill G on October 2023

My name is Elijah Torres. Licensed painting contractor proudly serving Santa Cruz county, Monterey county & Silicon Valley. We are a team that takes pride in our craftsmanship where quality is by nature *ASK ABOUT DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS AND 1ST RESPONDERS!

"I could tell on the phone I was going to be pleased with Elijah, he had recommendations that proved very helpful. He showed up right on time. He was friendly and knowledgeable as well as very competent. It showed he took pride in his work. We will use him again and recommend him to friends."

Bill G on October 2023

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Constant exposure to inclement weather conditions can damage your deck, causing it to fade, warp, or crack over time. Regular maintenance keeps it looking and performing its best. That means giving it a good cleaning and applying a quality sealant or wood treatment to help defend against moisture, sun damage, and everyday wear.

Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don’t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening.

Landscape timbers can last 10 to 20 years in the ground when installed correctly. Pressure-treated timbers will last longer than non-treated ones, as pressure treatment makes the wood more rot-resistant. Wood exposed to high moisture levels or extreme temperature and weather fluctuations may not last as long as wood in drier areas with more consistent weather.

While porches and decks are similar in some ways, the two structures aren’t exactly the same by definition. A porch is a covered structure that’s usually attached to the front of a home. On the other hand, a deck is an open structure without a roof that’s often attached to the side or back of a home.

Often, cracked deck boards are just an aesthetic problem and do not need replacement. However, longer or deeper cracks may be a problem, especially if they are on the end of the board. You can fill minor cracks with caulk, epoxy, or sealant to prevent further damage and improve their appearance. Replace boards with more serious cracks, which could become a safety hazard.

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