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Procare Cleaning Solutions
4.5(
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Serving Sergeant Bluff, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional company with great customer service and all the assurances you need. The owner provided proof of insurance and bonding which was impressive. She also utilized a checklist to ensure they were cleaning what I wanted them to clean, but nothing more and accepts debit cards for payment following the service. They also guaranty their work and will fix anything that was not done to your satisfaction. I plan on using this company on a recurring basis."
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DMACC CAMPUS, ANKENY IA
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+25

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Professional Paint
4.8(
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Serving Sergeant Bluff, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They're very considerate, do great clean up and do what is in the best interest of what results I wanted. they are thorough and i would highly recommend them to anyone"
Professional Paint
Professional Paint
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Professional Paint

+11

Response time9 hrs
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Moret Home Improvements, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sergeant Bluff, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"They were polite, knowledgeable. On time and finished the project in a timeline Agee on. I would recommend and give the company an A+10 rating. Mike Marksbury"
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Exterior Painting
1950s Exterior
1950s Exterior
Response time3 days
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It depends on the type of wood. The average cost to build a deck out of pressure-treated lumber is $15 to $25 per square foot, but more affordable varieties such as bamboo and cedar cost less at around $3 to $10 per square foot. However, when comparing the cost of vinyl decking versus wood decking, it’s important to also consider ongoing maintenance costs. For example, most woods require regular sealing to keep them protected against weather and rot.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

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.

A quality, well-maintained PVC decking can last 30 to 50 years. It’s known for being one of the most durable types of decking materials, with composite decking having a 25- to 30-year average lifespan and some softwood deckings only lasting 10 to 15 years. Luxury hardwood decks like Ipe may last longer than PVC decking, but they can cost more and require more maintenance.

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