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Accents Painting & Wallpapering
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Serving Palo, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Paul's son, Brian. did an amazing job. He painted my entire condo which had extensive damage due to the August 10th derecho. Ceilings, walls and trim . I have known Paul for many years and definitely recommend "ACCENTS PAINTING'Thank you Paul."
Tone on tone paint
Decorative plaster finish
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Decorative paint/plaster
Decorative paint/plaster

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Christopher White
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Serving Palo, IA and surrounding areas

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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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Michael candler construction
New to Angi

Serving Palo, IA and surrounding areas

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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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DotHome
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Serving Palo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill was very prompt at coming out and giving us an estimate we couldn't quite afford a full deck replacement but he came up with a great idea that would keep us safe and be able to utilize his safety measure in the building of Our Deck next year. I so appreciate his professionalism and letting us know that there's other options than just you have to replace the whole deck I found his honesty refreshing and he is more than fair with his prices and a wonderful personality I would definitely recommend this professional to anyone for anything."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike's Services
4.6(
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Serving Palo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very professional!!  Provided the estimate the day after our initial contact.  Started the work the following Monday and finished on Tuesday.  Excellent job!!
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface 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 essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

Putting lattice under a deck will create a polished look that allows for air ventilation. You can also store items underneath as the lattice provides privacy and protection from the weather. You can also put lattice under a porch to create a polished look in the front of your house.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

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