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GS Painting LLC
5.0(
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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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+32

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RD Painting and Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and Jeremy were very professional and courteous! They're also very meticulous with their work. 100% satisfaction guaranteed! Would definitely recommend to anyone whether it's painting or flooring!"
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Fireplace complete
Deck/Porch repair
Framing complete
After

+59

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Appealio, LLC
5.0(
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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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United Contractors Network LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ricky knew exactly what was needed to make a difficult repair on a column at my house. I trust him to repair everything correctly. He is very knowledgeable about many home repairs"
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gainey's Pressure Washing
5.0(
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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."
Power Washed Home
Power Washed Home
Power Washed Home
Power Washed Home
Power Washed Home

+20

Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ruso Handyman
4.3(
7
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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."
Ac unit no cooling issue
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
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All Area Fence
4.5(
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Area Fence is absolutely excellent in the planning process, communication throughout, and in the quality of work completed. I couldn’t be happier with the cost and work completed!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

Before installing a new railing, check the condition of the deck frame and joists, especially around the perimeter where posts attach. If boards are loose, soft, or show signs of rot, the structure may need repair. A deck pro can inspect your framing to confirm it meets load-bearing requirements.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

It depends on the type of wood. The average cost to build a deck out of pressure-treated lumber is $15 to $25 per square foot, but more affordable varieties such as bamboo and cedar cost less at around $3 to $10 per square foot. However, when comparing the cost of vinyl decking versus wood decking, it’s important to also consider ongoing maintenance costs. For example, most woods require regular sealing to keep them protected against weather and rot.

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.

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