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Diamond Clean Exteriors, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"We had Diamond Exteriors pressure wash, level, apply polymeric sand, and seal our paver patio. They did an amazing job!! The communication and professionalism was outstanding. I give them my highest recommendation and will certainly use their services again."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Built Tough
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Customers say: True professional

"Excellent workmanship. I would definately hire them again for future projects."
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+98

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Comer Enterprises LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Comer Enterprises LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Dunn Right Roofing and Decks
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"Great job! Updated our roof from shingles to metal. It looks fantastic!"
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J&N Fence Staining
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Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Awesome local small business! They were on time, knowledgeable, efficient, great with communication, and my fence looks gorgeous. Price was comparable (slightly less) than other companies I called, and seemed very fair considering the cost of material and hours they put in. Would definitely hire them again and highly recommend to anyone needing a new fence or deck sealed or old wood in need of refreshing."
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Response time50 mins
Response rate96%
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Powerhouse Home Improvement LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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"The owner that did the work for me at my house was awesome!! Very good at his job and very professional!! I will have him back for more work soon!! Thank you Bryan!!?"
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A+ Painting Service
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very Well. Clean, prompt, professional and did a great job!"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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True touch tree & Property Maintenance
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Perfect. Very satisfied with their work and clean-up. Highly recommend."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor 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 crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

Staining and sealing the underside of a deck creates a moisture barrier but traps water in the boards, quickly leading to rot. No matter how well you seal the above deck, water still gets through via nails and screw heads on the surface. Allow this water to flow naturally under the deck, where it is routed through the drainage system.

Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

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