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Avatar for Leo Handyman
Leo Handyman
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Carol City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leo is an outstanding man, full stop. He is a very skilled, talented and efficient handyman. He is honest, kind and fully committed to his craft. For Leo, home repair is not a job, it is a passion and a source of immense pride. My first call when something needs fixing is to Leo. He answers and is available and responsive. He is always willing to lend a hand and get the job done right."
MDQ Services
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Carol City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fernando was very punctual and did a great job. We hired him to remove tile in entire house and install new porcelain tile. We also had him redo two bathrooms as well. He finished within 5 weeks despite some hiccups along the way. Final project turned out great."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Extreme Construction Group, Inc.
4.1(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Carol City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This job was a total replacement of the front of my home due to hurricane/water damage. Jay was very responsive and helpful as I was dealing with my insurance company. He knew what my budget was and his proposal was quite fair. His team were great however, there was a bit of a language barrier. The contractor's son was able to help through that. Some of the work had to be re-worked but overall I am happy with the work they did to repair my home. Jay's team were quick to respond to any punch list items after completion. I definitely recommend Jay and Extreme Construction Group."
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Crystal Cares LLC
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Carol City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I’m very happy with the work this company did! They were professional, reliable, and committed to doing a great job. The results were excellent, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. I would definitely hire them again and highly recommend them!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

To maximize the utility of space under a deck, it’s important to keep this area dry and clean. One way to prevent the area from becoming too wet is to install an under-deck draining system. This affordable home upgrade channels water away from the deck and provides usable space for storage or a functional area below a second-story deck. Not only will this be a useful maintenance upgrade, it can boost your home’s property value.

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.

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

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