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Great Finishes Inc.
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Oakland Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

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

Serving Oakland Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did some work on the columns and dock.It came out perfect. I would use them for other stuff like I’m going to use them for work on the kitchen cabinets.He’s very efficient with his time and his quality of workmanship is high. He has shown me that he is what I needed to get things done right!"
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Evtech Property Management
4.2(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Oakland Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EvTech is a very honest company. Great value great quality of work. Well worth the money. You are treated like family. You call EvTech comes. They have done several home repairs and we are very happy with their work. That is why we took the home maintenance contract. They want to save you money by checking your appliances and the outside of the house. Definitely recommend EvTech for all your home maintenance plus."
30 year makeover
Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

Composite decking requires a solid foundation or substructure for support. This base is typically a frame composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame can be built from various materials, such as composite, plastic, timber, or metal, depending on your budget, deck type, and environmental conditions. For maximum stability, a professional deck builder may recommend installing this frame on top of a solid concrete base. It is best to discuss the most suitable substructure design and materials for your specific project with a professional.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

What goes under your floating deck depends on your preferences. Some homeowners put landscaping fabric underneath their decks to prevent weeds from popping up through the boards. Others choose to build a floating deck over grass or gravel. However, it’s best not to set your deck directly on the ground. Instead, set your deck on blocks to keep it elevated enough to prevent moisture from rotting the wood.

You can add a roof to most decks, but you need to have it inspected first. If your deck didn’t come with a roof initially, it may not be able to handle the weight without some structural changes. You can add additional supports to your existing deck to safely add a roof, and tying your deck’s roof to an exterior wall can help add some structural stability, but remember these aren’t DIY projects and need to be left to a pro. 

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