How do I know when it’s time to restain my deck?

• <div><p>You’ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it’s become especially difficult to clean. As for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-you-stain-your-deck.htm">how often to stain a deck</a>, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage. </p></div>

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Q: What maintenance is necessary for new decks?

• <div><p>Routine cleaning, sealing/staining, and inspection prolong deck life and appearance.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand my porch before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it&rsquo;s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint. </p></div>

Q: Is wood stain flammable after it dries?

• <div><p>Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.</p></div>

Q: How do I know when it’s time to restain my deck?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it&rsquo;s become especially difficult to clean. As for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-you-stain-your-deck.htm">how often to stain a deck</a>, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage. </p></div>

Q: Should I seal my deck after painting?

• <div><p>You don't need to seal your deck after painting it because most exterior paints are waterproof and weather-resistant. While stealing is not necessary, it can add an additional layer of protection. </p></div>

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CCX and Alex did a great job. They replaced the roof in a timely manner and worked around my schedule. Quality was great. When an issue came up at the end of the project, Alex got it taken care of and fixed right away.
CCX Roofing
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Reviewed in April 2014
He was very professional and when there was a problem getting the shingles because of delivery problems, he let us know and always kept us informed. <br />
John Holcomb Roofing
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Reviewed in January 2014
Seth is a local young man and I've known him all his life. I trust him to come into my house whether I am here or not. He came at the set time, replaced the toilet that wasn't working properly, had to break the tub faucet into pieces to get it off. Cleaned the shower head and put on a new...
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Reviewed in April 2013
First of all, Merlin is a class act guy and I would use him over and over if his employees were like him. He did the bid and was with the crew on the first day that they started the job. However, when he took off, it was like his crew wanted to just get the job over with. Some of the walls...
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Reviewed in March 2012
Knowing the kid who comes out is a big boon to me, because I don’t like strangers coming to my house, especially since I am an elderly lady. They were prompt and they cleaned up after themselves. They did the job as quickly as they could do it. They had to make two trips out, since they did not...
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Reviewed in March 2012
It is very convenient, because they come out and they take care of it right here, and I don’t have to haul the animals somewhere. I think their price is right in the ballpark. I would use them again in the future; I have lined it up for the spring too.
Anderson Custom Pack
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Reviewed in March 2012
I can call him and he comes. He is just prompt. He has been raised here in the valley and I have known him since he was a little teeny kid. He is pleasant, and I feel safe when somebody I know is here rather than someone from another company that I don’t know. He works and does extras that he...
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Routine cleaning, sealing/staining, and inspection prolong deck life and appearance.

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

Wood stain is not flammable after it dries. The solvent in wood stain is what causes the liquid form to be highly flammable, but the stain drying process involves the solvents dissolving, which leaves behind a non-flammable product on your wood project. Wood stain is, however, flammable before you apply it, so you should always store partially full cans and used wood stain rags away from sources of heat and open flames.

You’ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it’s become especially difficult to clean. As for how often to stain a deck, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage.

You don't need to seal your deck after painting it because most exterior paints are waterproof and weather-resistant. While stealing is not necessary, it can add an additional layer of protection.

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