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Avatar for Haven Landscape
Haven Landscape
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"Haven Landscape did a great job. After they completed the project you would have never known that a trench and drains were installed in the yard. Everything was restored perfectly. They identified the problem and resolved the issue."
Outdoor Kitchen Island
Outdoor Kitchen Island
Outdoor Living Patio Space
Deck-Composite
Deck-Composite

+2

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Fermont, Inc.
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sixto and his crew were extremely polite and made sure to cover our furniture before painting for the day. They also cleaned up daily and gave us a report on what they accomplished that day and what was planned for the following day. Their pricing was very competitive and would hire them again. Great job !!"
PAINITNG
PAINITNG
PAINITNG
EXTERIOR PAINTING
HIGH EXTERIOR WALL

+16

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AKDK Services, LLC
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan was very professional and kept in communication with me regarding arrival time and who would be coming with him. They did a great job cleaning windows, air ducts, carpet cleaning, and general cleaning after our construction project."
Power washing
floor treatment!
Waxing
Shiny waxed floor
Palos Heights

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can build an outdoor kitchen on a deck, but you should choose composite decking since it's more heat-resistant. Metal deck materials like steel and aluminum are also good choices because they're less flammable than wood. You should also consider the weight of the kitchen—make sure your deck can support it and any appliances you plan to use. You should consult a structural engineer to confirm exactly how much weight your deck can safely support when building an outdoor kitchen. 

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

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.

In general, you need a footing at each corner of your deck, and within 8 feet of each other. So, how many you need depends on the size and shape of your deck, plus any local building codes. It also depends on factors like the load capacity of your soil and the weight of your deck. You can find a footing calculator online or contact a pro for support.

Your deck may pop, and your neighbor’s deck may not for a number of reasons. Whether or not a deck pops will depend on how it was made, the conditions it’s exposed to, and the materials. Improper spacing is a common reason for increased pressure between deck boards. Moisture penetration is another.

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