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Avatar for Alonso's General Carpenter Services, LLC
Alonso's General Carpenter Services, LLC
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Used Angi to find help on 1-10-2025. Of the six companies I requested estimates from, Alonsos was the only one that responded. It was the next day. We needed repair to the house due to a branch spearing the back of it. His quote was reasonable and he was willing to come on Monday. The repairs were finished in a short time. My son thought to ask about our upper deck railing and the front board that was bad on the lower deck. Again we were given a reasonable quote and the work was done that day. To my surprise he replaced all three sides of the lower deck and added shoring. For the upper deck he enclosed the corners and it looks amazing. I will definitely keep him on speed dial for future work."
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Pine Hardwood Floor
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"Juan work on my home refinishing my hardwood floors, he did an incredible job. Floors was 20 years old now is brand new dark wood floors. He did the job in 6 days worked all day from 8 am to almost 5 pm. Highly recommend him to anyone in need of new beautiful floors. Karin"
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Response time11 hrs
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Encompass Contracting LLC
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Jamie and his excellent crew have just completed their third upgrade project for us. First a bathroom remodel, then replacing our floors with hardwood, and most recently improving our exterior by replacing the trim and back door and building a great custom pergola. After seeing his work, our neighbor has hired Jamie too! Jamie is a thinker and a perfectionist, and his work has always been top quality. Plus he's a pleasure to work with. The full deal!"
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Siding and Exterior Paint
Siding and Exterior Paint
Siding and Exterior Paint

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Remova LLC
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Small jobs welcome

"Ricardo and his team at Remova were amazing. They worked with my wife and I, to make sure that the deck we wanted was within our price range. They were professional, reasonable, and courteous. They ended up finishing our deck, at our specs, $500 under budget, 2 days early, and somehow didn’t wake our 9 month old once. If you are still not sold, Ricardo came back to my house after the job was finished and helped get the left over materials back to Home Depot for my refund. We cannot recommend these guys enough. 10/10"
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By the Yard
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Courteous, reliable and timely professional follow-through. Our sod is maturing as expected. Thank you “By the Yard”!"
River Rock and Flagstone
River Rock and Flagstone
River Rock and Flagstone
Rock Garden Install
Rock Garden Install 2

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Response time9 hrs
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Hendry Home Repair and Renovation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contracted this company to fully convert a 20 shipping container into a custom built home . Including custom framing, installation of insulation, drywall, flooring, painting . Installed shower, commode and sink. I was impressed with the craftsmanship, attention to detail, punctuality, transparency, affordability and performance of this company. I would highly recommend this company"
Rotted floor joist
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Repaired floor joist
Exterior wall re-framed

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Eggshell and satin finishes are best for porches because they sit in the sweet spot between scuffable matte and distracting high gloss. Your porch sees a fair amount of wear and tear, so you don’t want paint that’ll show every mark like matte, but you don’t want to be blinded by glossy paint in the sun either. Eggshell and satin have durability and a look that sits nicely in the middle.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Beyond liquid rubber, homeowners can use sealants, stains, membranes, or tapes as waterproofing options. Oil-based or water-based sealants soak into the wood, creating a moisture-resistant barrier. Waterproofing stains—available in transparent, semi-transparent, and solid colors—add both protection and style to your deck. For heavy-duty waterproofing, deck membranes and waterproof tapes can be applied under the deck boards to direct water away from the structure below. Whatever method you choose, clean and prep the deck first to ensure the best, longest-lasting results.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

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