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Avatar for HARLEY PAINTING CO
HARLEY PAINTING CO
4.7(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

"Joe came out and gave us a very fair estimate, he is very friendly and personable. We had to wait for HOA approval and we started roughly a month later. Joe was very easily reachable via phone/text and email. He came out and pressure washed, filled cracks, and then the crew came out and painted. They were very diligent and efficient, covered everything well/moved and replaced things. Joe uses good quality materials and it shows. Our house is stunning and we have received so many wonderful comments. Thanks Joe and Crew!
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Exterior Remodel
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Hurricane Pools
Hurricane Pools
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Alfred, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company is the ONLY COMPANY that contacted me from this site. Not only did they contact me they contacted me within a couple hours and was at my home THE next day ! Very upfront helped extremely in saving us money in getting the pool initially ready for service AWESOME COMPANY VERY PROFESSIONAL VERY IMPRESSED WITH THIER SERVICE !!!!"
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Pool Cleaning
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Increases livable area and enhances aesthetic, often boosting property appeal.

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.

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.

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

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