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Barefoot Handyman, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Tony and his wife did a great job planting saplings in my yard and making a garden for me. They worked hard, knew what they were doing and were fun to be around. Iâ ll definitely use Tonyâ s services again."
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Evan
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

ELGIN PROPERTY SOLUTIONS\n\nWe have the tools and skills to do multiple indoor/outdoor projects including but not limited to pouring concrete, demolition, reconstruction, repair, welding, clean up, stump grinding, painting, assembling, indoor tasks and much more. No job is to big or to small.\nCall/Text me at 5six3-six08-3one34 \n\n-Fast and efficient \n-Quick response time\n-Equipment needed\n-Employees\n-Honest\n-Professional manner\n-Day or night\n-Free quote

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Christopher White
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Marion, 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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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Homeowners should build their floating decks at least 18 inches off the ground. Having it at this height will allow for better airflow underneath and help prevent moisture-related problems like warping or rot. That being said, local guidelines for deck heights may vary depending on where you live.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

Composite decking requires a solid foundation or substructure for support. This base is typically a frame composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame can be built from various materials, such as composite, plastic, timber, or metal, depending on your budget, deck type, and environmental conditions. For maximum stability, a professional deck builder may recommend installing this frame on top of a solid concrete base. It is best to discuss the most suitable substructure design and materials for your specific project with a professional.

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