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Jason's Handyman Services
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Jason's Handyman Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We have over 20 of experience doing flooring and other construction work. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Christopher White
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I've been doing handyman, construction, carpentry work for 16 years now. Over that time I've learned how to do countless different jobs and overcome various different snags and setbacks. Efficiency and dedication drive me and I will work as much as needed to meet a deadline.

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That Man Home Maintenance and Repair, LLC
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired him to stain and fix our deck. He did a great job. We also had him do several other projects around the house and he did a great job. We just called him this morning with an emergency and he is coming in a few hours. Now that's service. We would definitely recommend him for any project you may have. He does a great job and is HONEST. He is prompt and answers any questions you may have. You would definitely be in great hands with Brian. He went above and beyond to help us out and that means so much as my husband is disabled and I can't do any of those things either."
Complete home remodel
Complete home remodel
Complete home remodel
Complete home remodel
Complete home remodel

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HD Window Cleaning
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Kept us informed as to when they would finish the next stage. They power washed the house and deck. They stained the deck, and also washed the windows inside and out."
Fence  restoration
Deck restoration
Soft wash vinyl
Roof cleaning
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded promptly to my request. Assured me that he would get my job done right. My previous contractor messed things up and he was able to fix my problem. In and out same day. Would definitely recommend for work that needs to be done."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Jaeger Powerwash, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jaeger power washing did my deck last year and it went from moldy black to fresh wood again. This year they did the exterior of my home and a large cement patio and even did my picknick table ! Looks great would definitely recommend"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Key City Powerwash & Maintenance
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Serving Dubuque, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were contemplating redoing our deck but after they finished it looks like a brand new deck. They even cleaned all the patio furniture so everything look new and beautiful. Can't thank them enough."
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

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.

For a 12x20-foot (240-square-foot) deck, you can expect to pay between $7,200 and $14,400. This cost is based on a general price of $30 to $60 per square foot. The final price will depend on factors such as the decking material, design complexity, deck type, location, and local labor costs. Keep in mind that add-ons will increase the total; for example, adding an under-deck drainage system to a deck of this size could cost an additional $7,700.

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.

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