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David DeCecco Services
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Dawson, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave did a good job building to our specs, dealing with the borough, and matching the deck expansion to the existing deck. Makes a great addition to our property. Thank you!"
Updated kitchen-reconfigure and re-use cabinets
Response time2 days
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
David DeCecco Services
4.6(
42
)
Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Dawson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a family owned business providing full service to all our customers. We are experts in design which is part of our remodeling services to our customer. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and top quality work. We are experts in carpentry and remodeling and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward

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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don’t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could build a floating deck in another part of your yard—again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.

The choice between Trex, a brand of composite decking, and PVC decking depends on your priorities regarding budget, appearance, and environmental impact. Both materials are durable and resistant to moisture and insects. Trex is often considered more eco-friendly because it contains recycled wood and plastic and is 25% recyclable, while PVC is fully synthetic and harder to recycle. Aesthetically, Trex is designed to look more like real wood, whereas PVC often has a glossier, more plastic-like finish. In terms of cost, Trex is typically less expensive than PVC.

For the best results, stay off of your deck for at least 48 hours after sealing it. Giving the sealant at least two full days to cure ensures it can fully penetrate the wood, giving you the most protection from sun and weather damage later on. Walking on the deck too soon can prevent it from properly curing and cause your deck to weather prematurely.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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