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A Vet and A Van
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Rochester, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Project done professionally, they were courteous, cleaned up after themselves, took their time doing job right. Made recommendations and gave options on work to be done. Reasonably priced. I will be using them again in near future."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
3MB Handyman Services
4.7(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Rochester, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bruce was prompt, professional, and polite. His team did a terrific job for us, down to the last detail of clean up when they finished. I would highly recommend them - and will most certainly keep their contact information if we have other home improvement projects! We received quality service and are totally satisfied !!"
Bathroom from the 70’s
Bathroom from the 70’s
After remodel.
After remodel
After remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Rumble bee tree service - Inicio Facebook
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rochester, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"Rumble Bee Tree Service is very professional. They arrive on time and thoroughly listen to the customers needs. They do their work and are a dependable company to do their specialized job."
Trailer
Bucket Work
Buckey Work
Bucket Work
Bucket Work

+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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World Painting Company
3.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rochester, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Wonderful job on both the painting for the development, and the staining of my deck. Probably the best quality painting that we have ever had in our development. From the beginning, the work, work order, estimate process, etc. was handled in a top knotch way. I have had a number of contacts with the company's owner, Colby, and he has shown himself to operate a well run company.He is very businesslike, returns calls promptly, and has people there when he promises.  I also had dealt quite a bit with Josh, who directly supervised the overall process. Josh is very cooperative, understanding, and very helpful. He always came through on his committments, and it made for a very pleasant experience.


The painting crew, led by Arturo, was by far the best group of painters we have used. I got many comments from other homewoners in the development who were very impressed with their work. They are meticulous in what they do, and the final product shows it.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

No. In most cases, it’s not colder or freezing temperatures that affect decking materials but the amount of moisture that seeps into the materials as a result. For example, wood decking material is more likely to suffer from rot or decay when exposed to excess moisture from snow or ice. An extreme change in temperature can cause wood to expand or contract, but only if it’s not properly treated beforehand.

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

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. 

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. 

What goes under your floating deck depends on your preferences. Some homeowners put landscaping fabric underneath their decks to prevent weeds from popping up through the boards. Others choose to build a floating deck over grass or gravel. However, it’s best not to set your deck directly on the ground. Instead, set your deck on blocks to keep it elevated enough to prevent moisture from rotting the wood.

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