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Avatar for HDH Residential Services, Inc.
HDH Residential Services, Inc.
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Kenilworth, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"So glad to have connected with Drew at HDH Residential Services to take care of my list of projects! Drew responded quickly, was able to schedule the tasks around my schedule, arrived on time with a great co-worker and completed the jobs as promised. His pricing is fair and transparent , he gave me valuable advice and I will look forward to recommending him and hiring him anytime!"
Response time3 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Allegro Design & Construction, Inc.
Allegro Design & Construction, Inc.
4.3(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Kenilworth, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We did get off on the wrong foot when Boris did not show up for the appointment to review and quote on the fence repairs. I wasted half of afternoon waiting for him since he did not call to advise he wasn't coming and did not answer my call. He did show up the following day unannounced and did look to see what the project entailed. Boris was very polite and apologized for not contacting me about missing the first appointment. He provided me with a quote via email that evening. He agreed to schedule the work for some time late in the month but in the event he was able to get the work done within the week. Boris and his helper arrived at mid-morning and worked through the rest of the day to remove five rotted fence posts and repair/reattach a section that had blown out during a heavy winter wind. Their work was nicely done, sturdy, and the six work areas were well-cleaned when they were finished. Based the quality of work and a competitive price, I am glad I chose to have Boris do the work despite my irritation at the outset. I would certainly ask him again to repair the fence if the need arose."
typical Chicago stone foundation after 60 years of
Final step of waterproofing: liquid rubber membran
treated foundation crack
liquid rubber membrane
our crew at work

+4

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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J K Painting Services, Inc.
4.7(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Kenilworth, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired John for drywall and painting work. Weâ ve been rehabbing our sleepy old condo for months, and John is the best professional weâ ve engaged. He does excellent, careful work, and was punctual and communicative. Complete recommendation."
Custom painting
Main Entry Door Painting
Custom painting
Wood paneling restoration
The Patio furniture

+15

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Kiko's Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Kenilworth, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Francisco and Judy are wonderful. Both truly show that family run businesses are still the best out there. They gave us the best price and they provided us with the highest quality job. They gave excellent suggestions if we were stumped as to what to do. The fence staining job was done on time and looks great! Highly recommend Kiko's painting."
Kitchen Cabinets
Custom Painted Nightstand
Painted Dresser
Living room Makeover
Painted Kitchen Cabinets

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

For a 12x20-foot (240-square-foot) deck, you can expect to pay between $7,200 and $14,400. This cost is based on a general price of $30 to $60 per square foot. The final price will depend on factors such as the decking material, design complexity, deck type, location, and local labor costs. Keep in mind that add-ons will increase the total; for example, adding an under-deck drainage system to a deck of this size could cost an additional $7,700.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

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.

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