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Avatar for Baumgras Consulting
Baumgras Consulting
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Fair Oaks, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with this competent young man doing this work timely and very, very much appreciated by both my wife and I, helped make much needed repairs to our deck as well as other projects around rhe house! Great relief to have it done in such a quick a easy process."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+183

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stained Rite
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Fair Oaks, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are so impressed with the work done to our deck by Stained Rite. They were dependable, courteous, efficient, and did a fantastic job. They left our place in perfect condition. Would definitely recommend and hire again."
Deck Stain and soft wash
Deck Stain and Soft wash
Deck Stain and Soft wash
Deck Stain and Soft wash
Fence

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Too Much 2 Do Solutions, LLC
4.9(
30
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Fair Oaks, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My yard hasn't looked this good in years! Seriously, the level of professionalism from the start was impressive but seeing my yard transformed back into a space that's useable was a huge burden lifted. Byron was a gem!"
Holiday Lighting
Fence Staining 1
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Fence Staining 3
Landscaping - Traditional Home

+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Routine cleaning, sealing/staining, and inspection prolong deck life and appearance.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.

Whether you need a permit depends on the deck design and local regulations. Most areas mandate a building permit if the deck is over a specific height or if it's attached to a pre-existing structure. Shorter, freestanding decks may not require a permit, but you should check with local zoning ordinances and your homeowners association for specifics.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

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