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Gainey's Pressure Washing
5.0(
9
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan did a great job on our home and deck. He was even willing to come on a Sunday so the house would look good for our Thanksgiving guests. I would definitely recommend Gainey 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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Suwannee Sunshine Services LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Suwanee sunshine services did excellent work. On time & on budget. Kevin was very courteous and knowledgeable & the project came out great! Very pleased with the end result. I highly recommend them!"
full remodel
full remodel
full remodel
full remodel
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Starshine Painting & Pressure Cleaning Inc.
4.5(
46
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Sal was very helpful in selecting colors and explaining all he was doing. He powerwashed the house, primed it, then filled in all the cracks, and then painted. Wonderful job. Have had many compliments."
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+13

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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All Area Fence
4.5(
24
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Melanie came to our home promptly and gave us estimates on two types of fencing. She was knowledgeable and courteous. When we decided to hire, it was done the same week over a two day period. The man that came to put up the fence was very nice and worked hard. The second day he came later than we expected but he brought a helper and they did a great job finishing the project. They cleaned up the old rotten fencing. We are very pleased with the new fence. We will choose this business again and I would recommend them to anyone. Great job, Thanks!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Luke's Painting Company
4.4(
40
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Getting our new house painted was the first step into making it our home. Luke was very quick to respond when we reached out. We had a couple delays on our end and he was very accommodating. He got the work done in a timely manner. He takes directions very well, he’s professional, clean and on time. He made sure we were satisfied with everything throughout the process. I couldn’t be happier with the work that was done!"
After.. what an amazing difference!
After picture of the beautiful entryway
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after.. beautiful color!
Exterior Painting in Sellers, SC

+76

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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M.B. Finishes
5.0(
5
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Excellent!! In my newly purchased home, I wanted the color in the master bedroom changed. The existing paint job was excellent - I just wanted a different color (from blue to gray). When I showed Matt my choices he made a suggestion (a warmer gray as opposed to a cooler gray for the bedroom). I am so glad I followed his advice. Matt arrived on time with all tools and materials. He removed wall plates and covered trim. He asked me to look after the first coat to make sure he was doing what I wanted. Then, when finished - it was so beautiful! The color turned out to be perfect and completely covered the old color. The job was spotless in that there were no skipped spaces and no disturbance to the already perfectly done trim and closet door (which were white). Matt is so professional and also so personable. He is a dream to work with!!
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New white ceiling color and yellow on the walls, 2 coata. And 1 coat of oil primer
Old wall color and oil primer
Sanded, oil prime some bare wood spots, 2 coats of white exterior paint

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Ultimately, overapplication of stain can compromise the deck's appearance, durability, and longevity. It may result in an uneven finish, with excess stain pooling, dripping, or drying into thick patches. It can also obscure the wood's natural grain and texture, detracting from the desired aesthetic. Moreover, excessive staining may not fully penetrate the wood, leading to poor adhesion and premature wear. Additionally, thick layers of stain are prone to peeling, cracking, and blistering as they struggle to bond with the surface. 

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Building a deck isn't too hard if you’re handy with carpentry, have the necessary tools, and are willing to put effort into it. However, other factors, such as plans, permits, and design, can be hard if you don’t have experience in those areas.

Note: You’ll need another person to help you build the deck (especially for framing and setting the beams). Building a deck yourself will be very difficult if you don’t have an extra set of hands to help.

Yes, pressure washing a wood deck can be a good idea as it effectively lifts ingrained dirt, mold, and mildew, improving the deck's appearance and longevity. However, it must be done carefully, as it's easy to damage the wood, especially softwoods. To pressure wash safely, use a lower pressure setting and a wide, 40-degree fan pattern nozzle (often white). Keep the nozzle at least a foot away from the wood surface and maintain constant motion, avoiding hovering in one spot to prevent gouging.

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.

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