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Avatar for Country Creek Helping Hands
Country Creek Helping Hands
4.9(
99
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John was very good at explaining what he can and what he cannot do so there were no surprises. He was very easy to work with and pushed no personal agenda on me. He and his helper did an Excelllent job. When it was done he made sure to explain what he did and when we could start using the deck. The power washing sure cleaned things up too. Thanks to John. We will most likely we using him again for something."
Built in 1978
Fireplace (without flat screen)
Wrap Around Deck Under Large Tree
Deck Freshly Stained
Old Kitchen

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JB Deck and Fence Renewal
4.5(
65
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"work was completed on a timely basis, we were extremely pleased with the quality of work which included replacing a hand railing on the pool deck and a side railing on our deck on the side of the house, Josh took the extra time to finish out deck in two different colors, he came back after the decks dried to place our pool ladder back on the deck"
Deck Maintenance Project
Marengo Deck Restoration
Deck Restoration
Messmers Project
Deck Maintenance Project

+130

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JB Deck & Fence Renewal
4.6(
23
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"JB Deck and Fence was GREAT to work with! Very friendly and professional. Prompt and courteous. Our deck looks amazing! I would highly recommend this company and will definitely work with them again!"
During
During
During
During
During

+63

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Affordable Painting Services
4.6(
38
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan made an appointment to come to the house and give us an estimate.  He wrote the estimate right away and told us when he could come do the work.  He and his crew were on time, friendly, and professional.  They took all necessary steps to prepare the areas for painting, and keep the other areas clean.  They repaired drywall in the master bathroom, and down the basement stairwell.  Everything looks like new!  They didn't take any shortcuts on prep or painting. 

This is a great company to work with."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Area 815 Painting and Restoration
5.0(
6
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Area 815 Painting and Restoration is bar none the best!! We needed a rental fully painted. Brock came as soon as he could, and on time. He was thorough and precise with his estimate. Even helped with our deck! If you need any jobs in their area of expertise, don’t second guess your thoughts to get them in there and get the job done. We will have them back for future interior projects, thanks guys!"
Multiple Projects
Multiple Projects
Deck restoration
Deck restoration
Deck restoration

+2

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MIKE SPOHR BUILDERS
3.8(
9
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Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike,Did all the work himself and kept us in the loop each day. He also clean up daily.He did not try to upsell us but did point out the product differences we could use.He offers a great guarantee too!"
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Deck Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Decks require several inspections during and after the building process, but the specifics vary depending on where you live. Most areas mandate that decks comply with local building codes and safety regulations for the foundation, framing, and structure. Some pros recommend a footing inspection, which verifies the depth, width, and location of the various footings to ensure they offer enough foundational support.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

A deck doesn’t have to be perfectly level. Many pros even recommend a gentle slope to ensure proper drainage and increase longevity. The ideal gentle slope is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot away from the property, leading water away from the home to prevent pooling and reduce the risk of damage. It also minimizes rot, mold, and other moisture-related problems. 

Rotting wood, loose railings, or unstable stairs may indicate a need for expertise.

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