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Chevy Chase Exteriors
4.7(
46
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend. CCE staff arrived to give quote for wood deck washing and offer accepted, very fair pricing and promise of outcome. Staff arrived to our house on time and went directly to work, very courteous, high degree of tasking skills, and performed as advertised. We were so very excited about the wonderful restored appearance and physical status of our, prior to this work grayed and dirty deck wood. The staff cleaned EVERY SINGLE SURFACE of the deck, looks like it was just installed. Yes, I will recommend and employ CCE for any future house repair needs."
Mold Remediation and Rebuild
Meineke Bathroom Facelift
French Drain
Mold Remediation and Rebuild
Meineke Bathroom Facelift

+18

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JW Home Improvement
4.4(
5,748
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We had some floorboards buckle in our basement due to an unknown source of water. Jeff Dahlgren was fantastic and very helpful in helping us figure out the problem and his repairs were great (after having to dig up concrete and cap off a mysterious open pipe that came out of nowhere). He also did some other things (repairing drywall, installing new fixture and faucet), was on time, professional, clean, and friendly. It's really hard to work in a home wearing a mask and keeping things clean and tidy during pandemic, minimizing disturbance for kids in virtual school, and we really appreciate that."
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CARPENTRY SERVICE
EXTERIOR PAINTING
KITCHEN REMODEL
Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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D. Fuentes Painting
4.6(
107
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Edward and his team to repair our deck, essentially removing the old wood boards and replacing them with Trex composite. He was very accommodating with our schedule and returned all phone calls promptly. The team worked efficiently and the deck looks beautiful. It was a pleasure working with Edward and his team."
Residential Paint
Kitchen 2
Kitchen 1
Living room/Dining
Hall Bath

+5

Response time2 days
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Desire Masonry Construction, LLC
4.0(
15
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, home improvement, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We specialize in all your outdoor needs from concrete installation and repair to all masonry needs. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Bluestone Patio & Bench
Natural Stone Retaining Wall
Bluestone Steps
Bluestone Steps
Bluestone Steps

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tony's Power Washing and Window Cleaning
4.8(
57
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy with the service from Tony's Power Washing and Window Cleaning. They were very responsive after my initial inquiry, answered my questions and I was able to schedule the work very quickly. They even came out on a Sunday to stain the deck a few days after power washing it to take advantage of the good weather and get the deck stained before the rain and snow forecast a few days later. They were a pleasure to deal with and the work was top notch."
Siding soft wash
Siding washing
Siding washing
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Additional Photos

+22

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mel's Power Washing & Window Cleaning Inc
4.4(
1,971
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Not only are the people nice, Mel and everyone who worked on the project did a great job. My wood deck needed cleaned, wood replaced, and stained. I am extremely happy with the results, and I would recommend this company highly."
Window cleaning
Interior paint project.
Working on a 60 ft. Ladder
Interior paint project.
Interior paint project.

+19

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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KLAPPENBERGER & SON
4.7(
43
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely professional, showed up on time, projects done on
schedule, extremely clean and had no problem answering questions and
explaining things to new home owners. Would definitely work with them
for our next project. Highly recommend this group!
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Interior Painting
Deck Staining
Interior Painting
Interior painting
Fence Staining

+23

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Deck Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Composite decking requires a solid foundation, substructure, or subframe to ensure stability. This base is typically composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame's joists can be built from various materials like composite, plastic, timber, or metal, as long as the base can support the deck's weight without shifting. A professional deck builder might recommend installing the frame on a solid concrete base for added durability. The final design and materials for the substructure will depend on your budget, the type of deck, and environmental conditions.

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

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