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Essence Construction, LLC
4.4(
52
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Easy to visit with. Answered questions I had. Work involved more expensive on the deck than first thought. Scott was great to call me and showed me what was needed and why. The deck turned out fantastic & went well with new siding we'd just done. Would call them again for a project.. Very professional.."
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Fence post

+968

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alpha & Beta LLC
4.7(
3
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and good communication. In a recent storm one of my downspouts became disconnected from my gutters. Being that I live in a split level and this was in about the most inconvenient spot( an I am getting older and seemingly more clumsy), I decided to have someone do the job. A&B reached out to me very quickly and had an opening to get me in same day. Keep in mind this was the middle of January shortly after a winter storm. They were able to quickly get this job done despite the difficult weather and snow on the ground and for a fair price. Throughout they were very communicative, I knew exactly where they were and when they would be arriving. In fact, when I went to just check in with them, they had already finished and Steve was going the extra mile with tidying up and making sure everything was right for a repair that would last. Would definitely recommend for handyman jobs!"
Pressure washing deck and stairs
Roofing
Roofing
Auto Service Project
Cabinet installation

+22

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Timberbrook Builders LLC
4.8(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely happy with my deck floor. It looks really amazing. They really care about the work they do and Tyler is very honest about what does and doesn’t need to be done."
Kitchen Before
Main Bedroom Before
Exterior Before
New Ensuite Bathroom
Custom Halltree

+6

Response time3 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Hines Construction & Security Solutions LLC
4.3(
6
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Was going to have deck and trim work done, but the massive storm hit and we had a limp impaled into our roof. On our 1st meeting he took the limb out and covered the roof with a tarp. This company is one you need to keep on speed dial!!! So very knowledgable and goes the extra mile to assist his customers!!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

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.

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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.

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

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