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Timberseal Inc
4.0(
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Serving Chesterton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They cleaned and stained my deck. It looks beautiful and brand new again.. They did a great job. Will be going thru them again for future business."
Cedar Deck Finished in our Super Cedar Blend
Pine Fence Refinished in our Cedar Dark Blend
Before and After of a Cedar Deck
Deck Refinished in Cedar Dark
Pine Deck Refinished in our Cedar Gold

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Response time2 days
Response rate90%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Home Solution & Management
New to Angi

Serving Chesterton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

\n\n? Short Description\nElite Home Solution & Management is a trusted provider of top-quality home improvement, maintenance, and property management services. We specialize in creating organized, well-maintained, and beautifully managed homes?offering tailored solutions that meet every client?s unique needs. Reliability, quality, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. We also offer residential and rental cleaning services, very reliable, detailed oriented cleaners that strive to make your rental shine so the quests keep coming back. \n\n? Detailed Professional Description\nAt Elite Home Solution & Management, we are dedicated to simplifying homeownership through comprehensive property care.

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Maximus General Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Serving Chesterton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Upon uncovering a leak during a rain, I emailed Maximus Contracting through Angie's List. They were my 3rd email sent but the previous 2 had other things going on and couldn't accommodate the 1-2 day appointment I needed to prevent further leak damage. Eric (Owner) was very responsive and responded to my email quickly. Upon return call, he said he could have someone there that day. Leo arrived and immediately assessed the situation and explained the required repairs to me. Upon his call to Eric and then Eric's call to me to discuss the repair cost, I was very satisfied with the agreed-to price. Eric even had Leo caulk the vent above the garage with no increase in cost. Leo left to get materials and returned in about 20 minutes. The actual repairs took him about 1.5 hours and after cleaning up, he was there for about 3 hours. The weather looked like rain and it did rain that evening and the next day, so I am grateful to Eric for answering my email and acting promptly. I will go back to Maximus General Contracting for any future home repairs.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rick Remaly Painting
4.2(
384
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Serving Chesterton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

"Very well. This was a big job. Rick was the only contractor we spoke to that could both suitably restore metal surfaces prior to painting them and also offer a warranty on his labor and materials. He even offered to re-stain a three-story wooden partition for us at no extra cost. The project took five weeks to complete (quite a bit longer than originally estimated, delayed due to unusually rainy weather), but Rick was in touch each day to let us know if the forecast allowed for work to be performed. Rick was a pleasure to interact with and seemed genuinely conscientious about his work. Patio structure looks great and we’re thrilled to have it restored for many years to come."
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+5

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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.

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

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