Is it worth sanding a deck?

• <div><p>It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-refinish-deck.htm">deck refinishing process</a>. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.</p></div>

How long should I wait to walk or drive on the repaired area?

• <div><p>If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least <b>24 hours</b> before walking on it and <b>48 to 72 hours</b> before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain my water dock?

• <div><p>Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.</p></div>

Q: Can I replace just one spindle, or do I need to replace them all?

• <div><p>Yes, you can absolutely replace just one damaged spindle as long as you can find a matching replacement. However, if multiple spindles are damaged or you can't find an exact match, you might consider replacing an entire section for a more uniform look and structural integrity.</p></div>

Q: Does pressure-treated wood wear out?

• <div><p>While the chemical, copper-based coating on pressure-treated wood offers protection from rot and pests, it&rsquo;s not a silver bullet. An added sealant will help protect the wood further, though sometimes the wood is treated in a way that causes premature failure, and this is largely out of your control. It&rsquo;s simply a case of bad luck. Regularly inspect all your house&rsquo;s wood to look for any cracks or signs of mold and mildew. Getting ahead of the problem is the key to ensuring it doesn&rsquo;t grow out of control.</p></div>

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Last update on November 08, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
eck boards versus regular on total large deck and also asked for cost of repair for half. Apparently they weren't interested despite having the compromised section already exposed. Very disappointing and unprofessional. A quote shouldn't be difficult if you know what you are doing. I am crazy...
DECK MASTERS
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Reviewed in April 2025
Mike was very professional and nice. He did a great job on the repairs, and I will definitely use him again in the future.
Buck that Stump! Stump Grinding & Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2025
They repaired a busted pipe in the backyard but deleted my hose spigot. I contacted them to fix the issue but they wanted to charge me to add the hose spigot back like it was before. I paid $437.86 for the repair
Hometown Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in March 2024
identified the problem and repaired our appliance to our total satisfaction. Phil was very personable, professional and knows what he is doing. would certainly use again
PHIX-IT PHILL
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Reviewed in November 2017
Justin came first and gave us an estimate. We set a day and time.He was here when he said he would be.Professional and friendly. Our deck is 16x18. It was hard to find a painter in our area.Our job was too small for the pros in our area. We were surprised he came from ga. Very impressed.
JCON Coatings
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Reviewed in July 2014
I live in a rural area and repair shops are hard to find. I called Mikell's shop on or about May 13 to see if they would pickup and repair my tractor. Thy stated it would be 2 weeks before they could pick it up. Two weeks came and went, so I called them again and stated it would be 2 more...
MIKELL'S POWER EQUIPMENT INC
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Reviewed in June 2014
This guy is the best!! Very honest and extremely talented mechanic. When we took the truck in, we had been told by two other mechanics in town that it needed some really expensive repairs and parts replacement but Johnny listened to it for about five minutes and told us it was a simple repair...
JOHNNY'S AUTO REPAIR
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Reviewed in March 2014
They were very nice. They came out many times to repair my roof but, it still leaks!
O'NEAL ROOFING
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Reviewed in December 2012
The repair included parts and labor and the work on fuses. The shimmy is gone. The car starts without needing to pump the gas. I have used Roberts for several years and find them to be honest in their dealings with the public and they will not do a repair if it's not needed.
ROBERT'S AUTO & RADIATOR RPR
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Reviewed in October 2010
I contacted Jayson from Air-Vent exteriors to give us an estimate on covering our wooden deck. Jayson was prompt for the appointment and was extremely polite and easy to work with. We also received another estimate from another company but decided to go with Air-Vent Exteriors based on a better...
Air Vent Exteriors Inc
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