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Mountain Tree Services
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Serving Harlem, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Owner/crew chief Sirio is very easy to work with and kind. His crew are all nice people and hard workers. They did quality work on repairing and painting my deck, stairs and a few other odds and ends around the house.. I will use them again."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
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Pender Home Services LLC
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Serving Harlem, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Parking pad and exterior of my townhome was like new after it was pressure washed. I can now see the parking pad in my backup camera at night. Very pleased with the service. Would highly recommend!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You typically don’t need a railing and handrails on a deck that’s less than 30 inches from the ground. However, consider adding them regardless. Railings provide additional safety for you and your guests who use your deck—plus, railings give the deck a more finished look than it would have without them.

The proper and most comfortable height for a deck stair riser, also called a step, is between four and seven inches. A height of seven inches is often considered ideal for a strain-free step that minimizes the risk of trips and falls. While it is possible to have risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. For optimal safety and comfort, pair a seven-inch riser with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. Always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements that differ from these general recommendations.

Yes, deck footings typically require an inspection before laying down concrete. While not all local building codes require footing inspection, proper placement ensures a safe and structurally sound deck. An inspector will verify that the deck can adequately hold what you put on top of it., and that the footings have been dug to the correct dimensions.

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

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