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Barefoot Handyman, LLC
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Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Did great job laying my brick patio, installing french doors, building a fence gate and sanding my deck. Very hardworking and a pleasure. I'm sure to hire them again in the future."
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Small pole building
Small pole building
Small pole building

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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Michael candler construction
New to Angi

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are family owned and locally owned business we thrive for your full satisfaction and we try to have fun doing it. We want to make dreams come true with all of our clients. We offer competitive pricing.

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Modern Edge Construction
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Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There aren’t enough words to express how happy we are with Cade and Modern Edge Construction! Cade helped us finish our basement and lay down new flooring on the main level. He was at our house within 24hrs to give us an estimate and started working on the house the very next day! Cade always communicated the plan, was extremely fair with pricing, and took a lot of pride in his work! We have a couple more projects and can’t wait to work with him again! Highly recommend! 😃"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction
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Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cade did an outstanding job installing our pergola and removing some concrete steps for us. He was very precise with his measurements, cleaned up afterwards, and completed the job in a timely manner. I highly recommend him."
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The Mancave
The Mancave
The Mancave
Finishes

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Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can build a deck around a fire pit, as long as it is safely enclosed, meets code requirements, and is at least 15 feet away from your home. You’ll want to ensure you have a heat-resistant barrier between the fire pit and your deck to prevent any structural damage and fires. A galvanized ring surrounded by pavers, brick, or stone makes for a beautiful, safe, and sturdy design.

Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don’t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening.

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.

If you want to make a deck cleaner from products already in your home, there are various options. The most common is to use a gentle blend of 1 gallon of warm water and 2 tablespoons of ammonia-free dish soap. You can also mix water with distilled vinegar. Sprinkling on some baking soda can help to remove mold and mildew. You can add oxygen bleach (but never damaging chlorine bleach) to the water and ammonia-free dish soap solution for something a bit stronger. 

There are ways to clean your deck to help maintain a clean appearance. You can easily remove surface-level dirt and grime by wetting your deck with a hose and doing a quick scrub with store-bought deck cleaner monthly. 

However, investing in professional deck cleaning services near you at least twice a year is worth it. This service saves you time and ensures that your deck will avoid accidentally becoming scratched by blasting the pressure washer at the wrong angle.

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