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Great Finishes Inc.
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Great Finishes did a great job. They showed up on time and did what they said they would do, and more. And they followed up a few days later to do some minor touch up work. Our floor had grown a bit tired and dingy over the years as kids and grandkids tracked in dirt, but Wes and his experienced crew brought it back to life. And they were also helpful with advice on how to keep the floor looking great going forward. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Great Finishes. Old fashioned customer service and professionalism are not dead. I recommend them highly."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Starshine Painting & Pressure Cleaning Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Sal showed up on time and paid close attention to detail. Assessed the paint, coordinated the colors with my wife and came early every day to beat the rain when painting the deck. Couldn't have asked for a better result. Thanks Sal."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mortons pressure cleaning
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"I asked for several quotes. Chris, the owner, actually called me within minutes (he was the only one, the others emailed). He actually looked at my house on maps, told me what the options were, the prices, and even included cleaning my sidewalk for no additional cost. His communication was awesome and he showed up on time. The work was exemplary and he left everything clean. Highly recommended, I will definitely use him again."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Fantastic Roof Cleaning, LLC
4.0(
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Fantastic Roofing contacted me quickly. The pressure washed my front and back porches, repaired a few cracks and painted the porches. They were respectful and did quality work. I will be sure to contact them again for other jobs."
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ornelas Lawn & Yard Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He responded quickly with a quote to do the work and scheduled it for the same week. He was very professional and did not finish until he was pleased with the gate working properly."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Luke's Painting Company
4.4(
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Serving Marathon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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"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!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

Pavers are a great decking option for pools. They’re customizable, come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, textures, materials, and price points, and they’re slip-resistant. Concrete pool decks, on the other hand, are harder to repair and replace if damaged and aren’t as slip-resistant as most paver materials. However, not all pavers are equal in terms of durability, maintenance, and performance. Pavers also have their own cons that may encourage homeowners to opt for stamped concrete instead, such as higher upfront costs.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

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