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

Serving Shellman, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Shellman, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tomas did an amazing job installing quartzite on a fireplace, building a mantel and installing a mount for the tv. He was able to start our project early and was on time."
Response time1 day
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

You can nail or screw composite decking, but 3-inch decking screws are the better fastener choice. Unlike nails, decking screws won’t back out of the composite material over time. There’s also little danger of splitting composite material when driving screws, so you don’t need to pre-drill holes unless otherwise recommended by your decking manufacturer.

Floating decks are a cost-effective and versatile option, but they come with some compromises. Since they sit on smaller footings instead of being deeply anchored, they’re more likely to shift over time, especially in areas with heavy rainfall or freeze-thaw conditions. Their low-to-the-ground design makes them more susceptible to moisture buildup and potential water damage.

Your deck may look or feel fuzzy after pressure washing because the high-pressure spray tears some wood fibers as it removes the outer layer of dead and discolored wood. This fuzzy effect is a normal part of the pressure-washing process and will go away on its own in a few weeks. You can opt to spot-sand your deck if you’d like to remove it more quickly.

In general, you need a footing at each corner of your deck, and within 8 feet of each other. So, how many you need depends on the size and shape of your deck, plus any local building codes. It also depends on factors like the load capacity of your soil and the weight of your deck. You can find a footing calculator online or contact a pro for support.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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