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

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went ok. Workers were professional and pleasant when performing work. Not always on time as scheduled. Deck maintenance was high quality. Other exterior work appears to be good. Exterior pressuring washing was well done. Expensive."
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, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be more pleased with the deck repair that Jose and Melvin of JW Home Improvement performed for us. The attention to detail, beautiful joints, use of screws instead of nails, and the particular attention appearance and completeness. The site was left spotless. A special thanks for your dedication to working in such cold weather. Thanks."
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CARPENTRY SERVICE
EXTERIOR PAINTING
KITCHEN REMODEL
Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

22 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, 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
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Tony's Power Washing and Window Cleaning
4.8(
57
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tony power washed and stained the deck and fences as required. He did the work over a 2 weekend period to adjust to changing spring weather conditions which weren't favorable for staining. Tony is a very reliable contractor and I would use his services again for future deck and fence painting."
Siding soft wash
Siding washing
Siding washing
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+22

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MP Home Repair
4.6(
169
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MP Home Repairs has handled all repairs and remodeling at church where I am property manager since 2018. Most recently they removed a ceiling track system where a portable sound proof wall had existed. The work was done efficiently, professionally and at a reasonable cost."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Pavers are a great decking option for pools. They’re customizable, come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, textures, materials, and price points, and they’re slip-resistant. Concrete pool decks, on the other hand, are harder to repair and replace if damaged and aren’t as slip-resistant as most paver materials. However, not all pavers are equal in terms of durability, maintenance, and performance. Pavers also have their own cons that may encourage homeowners to opt for stamped concrete instead, such as higher upfront costs.

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