What’s the difference between a deck footing and a deck post?

• <div><p>Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight. </p></div>

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Q: Should I put a lattice under the deck?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How much do professionals charge hourly to install ornamental porch columns?

• <div><p>Professionals charge between <b>$60 and $95 per hour</b> to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process. </p></div>

Q: Can you repair wet rotted wood?

• <div><p>It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.</p></div>

Q: Can a rotting porch post be repaired without replacement?

• <div><p>Yes, some rotting porch posts can be repaired rather than replaced. The decision to repair or replace a post depends on the severity of the rot; the same is true when deciding what type of repair to do, if you go that route. Repairing a porch post is usually cheaper than replacing it, but if the majority of the post is rotted, you should opt for replacement.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2024
Landon is a very respectful young man. He and his crew showed up promptly every day and worked hard all day. He wanted to make sure I was happy with the work. They worked clean and picked up the jobsite every day. I was very pleased with my refurbished deck and will have them come back and do...
Nature Scapes
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Reviewed in April 2024
Dan did a great job! Was very nice, on time, kept in communication very well. I didn’t have enough wood pieces for my deck and he went to menards to grab the last plank board. I would definitely rehire them for any house job I needed completed! Can’t say enough good things
B & B Construction
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Reviewed in August 2023
Can not at this time still waiting to get my deck build. I paid them half 5 weeks ago they told me it could take them up to 13 weeks to get back to me to work on my deck. They are booked that far out.
Cronkhite Home Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2023
Huge shout out to A1 Quality Construction Services, Inc on the completion of my add-on family room! Iâ m so happy with the results from start to finish! Dan made the process pretty painless and gave me all my wants from moving the washer/dryer upstairs, covered porch and even gaining closet...
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Reviewed in September 2017
Spencer and his crew always do a fantastic job for a very resonable honest price. J-Horn has done lots of different jobs on my farm, including solar panels installation and maintenance. Always very satisfied with our experiences with J-Horn.
J-Horn Electric
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Reviewed in April 2013
Jason did a great job. He answered my questions, explained options, made adjustments based on my needs, and was always very pleasant to work with. He has since customized a closet for me, and replaced my neighbor's deck.
JME Construction Co.
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Reviewed in August 2012
Todd and helper suggested how best to rebuild our deck after removing the old deck including substructure. Arrived as scheduled and completed a quality job in less than ideal winter working conditions. Returned in April when requested to make some minor adjustments.
HUBER BROTHERS CORP
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Reviewed in June 2012
It was an absolutely horrible experience! He is a CROOK & LIAR. I don't know how this man sleeps at night! He steals and lies to people for a living! Very sad you can't look somebody up in the phone book and trust they will do a good job. Very sad! If you see the Dan Converse attached to...
Tri-County Handyman Service & More
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"Very efficient & excellent results, they went above & beyond my expectations!! My concrete looks brand newâ very pleased indeed !!"

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