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Avatar for GS Painting LLC
GS Painting LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you are a perfectionist and want a job done that will exceed your expectations, hire Garry Stidham! I recently purchased a 40 year old home in Haile in need of much exterior repair. Garry repaired the deck, fence, screened porch and finally all of the rotten wood on the home itself. He was very knowledgeable with regard to materials and paint needed to restore my home to its former glory. Most of the rotten trim and fascia was replaced with Hardie Board which was cut to laser precision. Rotten lap siding was replaced with new pressure treated wood, which he primed before being installed on the home! No one else would go that extra step! After extensive preparation, the home was painted. I cannot explain how happy I am with the final painted results of my home. His abilities with a paint brush on the edges, trim, windows and doors are nothing less than perfection. I could go on and on, but simply stated, Garry will be the only person I will have working on my home."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Appealio, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Blake to clean the carpet on our stairs. He was very careful to use coverings around corners and furniture and took extra care to protect our home. The carpet on our stairs now looks fresh and clean and has extended the life of the carpet. He provided a great service at a very reasonable price and was friendly and professional. Highly recommended."
Tile cleaning
Bedroom carpet clean
Pressure & Soft washing
Pressure washing pool deck
Pressure washing driveway

+6

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gainey's Pressure Washing
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out and were able to pressure wash my roof, driveway, walkways, and home exterior. Place looks almost brand new. Would highly recommend if you are looking for someone to do pressure washing."
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Power Washed Home

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Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ruso Handyman
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Mr. Shifrin even came to our home on a weekend day to work on the washer, without charging an exorbitant fee. He did an excellent job pressure washing our metal roof. It is steeply pitched, and he worked safely, yet did a thorough job of it."
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Condenser fan motor
Wall paint and decorative expression
Chicken coop
Creative way too confuse next repair perso .

+19

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
HPHANDYSERVICES, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HPHandy Devices did a pro job! He replaced an attic ladder. Not an easy task. It looks great! I'm very happy with his work. He is respectful, on time, easy to contact, I would hire him again in the future."
Response time1 day
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best material for your deck depends on several factors, including your budget, location, aesthetic preferences, and the level of maintenance you’re willing to do. Wood decking, like redwood, ipe, cedar, and pine, lasts the longest, but it’s more expensive and requires more upkeep than composite and synthetic decking.

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

How long it takes to install composite decking depends on the size of the decking material, the skills of the person installing the deck, the number of people helping, and how much prep work needs to be done before you can begin. Generally speaking, it takes anywhere from a few days to several weeks to build a composite deck.

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.

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