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Garcia's Repairs
4.8(
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had an excellent experience working with Mr. Garcia who completed tuckpointing and fixed some siding for me. From the start, their professionalism was evident. They kept me well-informed throughout the entire project, ensuring I understood each step of the process. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship were impressive, resulting in a job well done. The tuckpointing work was expertly executed, restoring the beauty and integrity of my homeâ s brickwork. Additionally, the siding repairs were seamlessly integrated, leaving my exterior looking flawless. I highly recommend this contractor for their reliability, communication, and outstanding workmanship. Itâ s reassuring to know there are professionals like them who take pride in their work and deliver exceptional results."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HDH Residential Services, Inc.
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Serving Wilmette, 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 time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Allegro Design & Construction, Inc.
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Boris stopped by my house the same day I listed with Home Advisor and gave me a very reasonable estimate on refinishing my deck. He did all the work himself and the result was excellent. Highly recommended."
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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
My Property Masters
3.7(
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The handyman, Paul, was punctual, professional and did quality work. He replaced the small section of my wood soffit that had water damage with new wood, painted it and caulked. He cleaned up the area when he was done. Paul also re-secured several of my window shutters that had loose screws. He spray painted the screw caps to match the color of my shutters."
Response time8 hrs
254 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Kiko's Painting, LLC
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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Custom Painted Nightstand
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Living room Makeover
Painted Kitchen Cabinets

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

No, it isn’t necessary to skirt a deck, but investing in the cost to install deck skirting can bring more value to your home. Not only does deck skirting make the deck look more complete, but it can also turn otherwise unused space beneath the deck into useful storage space.

Some elevated decks require stairs that lead to the ground level per the local fire codes in some municipalities. In other regions, a staircase is an optional feature that can increase accessibility and convenience for homeowners who want ground-level access to their deck. Additionally, a staircase is necessary if your home doesn't have an existing door leading to the deck.

A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge 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.

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.

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