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Timberseal Inc

4.58(
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Timberseal Inc

4.58(
60
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

TIimberseal, LLC, is the leading provider of exterior wood restoration and maintenance services within the Great Lakes Region. In business since 1996, we have literally restored and preserved over a million square feet of exterior wood surfaces. Our ongoing maintenance services retain the beauty to decks, fencing, cedar siding and log homes through the region. Wood care & restoration is our specialty!

"TIMBERSEAL offers the ultimate in excellent maintenance and Care for my wood Decking and Exterior Cedar house siding . They arrived ahead of schedule, Their work ethic was superior and the job was their constant focus. Their work alone brought my House exterior to a radiant resultâ  neighbors stopping by to compliment on the superb change- One neighbor even texted: â  You cannot drive by and â  notâ  look at your House! Anyone who goes byâ  simply HAS TO LOOK and Admire it.â  The two man crew of Herb and Andy were tuned inâ  customizing wood replacement where needed and never in a rush, thoroughly attending to each specific task in a very specific sequence for optimum overall result!! As one neighbor succinctly put it: â  You got a NEW HOUSE! They maintained it They protected itâ  They â  made it newâ  Bravo ð   Superb in every category"

Jim G on August 2022

TIimberseal, LLC, is the leading provider of exterior wood restoration and maintenance services within the Great Lakes Region. In business since 1996, we have literally restored and preserved over a million square feet of exterior wood surfaces. Our ongoing maintenance services retain the beauty to decks, fencing, cedar siding and log homes through the region. Wood care & restoration is our specialty!

"TIMBERSEAL offers the ultimate in excellent maintenance and Care for my wood Decking and Exterior Cedar house siding . They arrived ahead of schedule, Their work ethic was superior and the job was their constant focus. Their work alone brought my House exterior to a radiant resultâ  neighbors stopping by to compliment on the superb change- One neighbor even texted: â  You cannot drive by and â  notâ  look at your House! Anyone who goes byâ  simply HAS TO LOOK and Admire it.â  The two man crew of Herb and Andy were tuned inâ  customizing wood replacement where needed and never in a rush, thoroughly attending to each specific task in a very specific sequence for optimum overall result!! As one neighbor succinctly put it: â  You got a NEW HOUSE! They maintained it They protected itâ  They â  made it newâ  Bravo ð   Superb in every category"

Jim G on August 2022


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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
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Customers say: Quality work
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


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Express Painting and Pressure Cleaning

4.96(
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Express Painting and Pressure Cleaning

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Express Painting is locally owned and operated and have been around for 20 years. We do not use subcontractors and we guaranteed to get it right the first time. If you hire us you will know who your talking to and who your working with the entire project. You don't need to get the run around from our competition. We are the Original Angie's List contractor and 8 Year Super Service Award winners. Give us a call today!

"We used this service several times. Joey is our go to man. We used them for the exterior of our house and deck restoration. We just got our interior completed throughout the winter, and we are pleased with our turnout and highly recommend them to anyone wanting to use a nonsense company, that takes great pride in their work. True professionals!"

Emily R on April 2021

Express Painting is locally owned and operated and have been around for 20 years. We do not use subcontractors and we guaranteed to get it right the first time. If you hire us you will know who your talking to and who your working with the entire project. You don't need to get the run around from our competition. We are the Original Angie's List contractor and 8 Year Super Service Award winners. Give us a call today!

"We used this service several times. Joey is our go to man. We used them for the exterior of our house and deck restoration. We just got our interior completed throughout the winter, and we are pleased with our turnout and highly recommend them to anyone wanting to use a nonsense company, that takes great pride in their work. True professionals!"

Emily R on April 2021


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TIMBERSEAL, LLC

4.82(
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TIMBERSEAL, LLC

4.82(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

TimberSeal Inc has been a locally owned and operated Valparaiso, Indiana small business since 1996. Our customers are our #1 priority and we strive for an A+ in quality and customer service on your project! Call today (219) 548-2670 for a free quote and consultation on your project. We service decks, fencing, cedar siding, log homes, gazebos, playsets and other wood projects.

"Very professional job. Their employee's were top notch. Called with arrival time and took the time to explain everything that they were going to do. When done they took the time to have us come out and inspect the work, and make sure we were happy. Will use this company from now on."

Mitch M on October 2021

TimberSeal Inc has been a locally owned and operated Valparaiso, Indiana small business since 1996. Our customers are our #1 priority and we strive for an A+ in quality and customer service on your project! Call today (219) 548-2670 for a free quote and consultation on your project. We service decks, fencing, cedar siding, log homes, gazebos, playsets and other wood projects.

"Very professional job. Their employee's were top notch. Called with arrival time and took the time to explain everything that they were going to do. When done they took the time to have us come out and inspect the work, and make sure we were happy. Will use this company from now on."

Mitch M on October 2021


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Precision Painting AMF LLC

5.00(
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Precision Painting AMF LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Precision Painting Amf, LLC is a family owned and operated business highly versed in the professional techniques of the painting industry. We are a full service painting contractor capable of handling any aspect of interior or exterior painting and staining. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We view our integrity as vital to our success. We do what we say and we do it right. Our attention to service and quality has made us an industry leader. At Precision Painting AMF, LLC the customer always comes first, and we constantly strive to exceed your expectations!

"I would highly recommend Precision Painting AMF LLC. Ray Kluth listened to everything we wanted done on our initial walkthrough and then sent us a quote, broke down by room detailing everything that was to be done. We had received two other quotes and none of them provided this much detail. Ray was not the lowest bid, however Ray's expertise and crew size won them the job. The job took 5 days. The crew was fantastic with covering our hardwood floors and furniture. The dry wall repairs on the ceilings that were done are invisible! The painting job on the walls and cathedral ceilings is perfect! Even the wood trim repair in a skylight well looks beautiful. The crew was professional and definitely took pride in their work. They replaced all our furniture and cleaned up our floors and woodwork. At the end of the job, we did a walkthrough with Ray and pointed out a couple of spots which were immediately fixed. Precision Painting was definitely not the lowest bid we received, but we feel like we received a top notch professional job for the price. Fantastic Job!"

James C on September 2018

Precision Painting Amf, LLC is a family owned and operated business highly versed in the professional techniques of the painting industry. We are a full service painting contractor capable of handling any aspect of interior or exterior painting and staining. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We view our integrity as vital to our success. We do what we say and we do it right. Our attention to service and quality has made us an industry leader. At Precision Painting AMF, LLC the customer always comes first, and we constantly strive to exceed your expectations!

"I would highly recommend Precision Painting AMF LLC. Ray Kluth listened to everything we wanted done on our initial walkthrough and then sent us a quote, broke down by room detailing everything that was to be done. We had received two other quotes and none of them provided this much detail. Ray was not the lowest bid, however Ray's expertise and crew size won them the job. The job took 5 days. The crew was fantastic with covering our hardwood floors and furniture. The dry wall repairs on the ceilings that were done are invisible! The painting job on the walls and cathedral ceilings is perfect! Even the wood trim repair in a skylight well looks beautiful. The crew was professional and definitely took pride in their work. They replaced all our furniture and cleaned up our floors and woodwork. At the end of the job, we did a walkthrough with Ray and pointed out a couple of spots which were immediately fixed. Precision Painting was definitely not the lowest bid we received, but we feel like we received a top notch professional job for the price. Fantastic Job!"

James C on September 2018


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Above the Rest

4.48(
1,237
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Above the Rest

4.48(
1,237
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Customers say: Terrific value
25 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Pressure Washing, Deck Maintenance, Window Washing and Outdoor Maintenance services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! 2-10 employees. No subs. cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. no service charges. May not contact through e-mail.

"Showed up when said they would. Power washed and waterproofed my deck. Cleaned my gutters. Very reasonable price. Thought they did an excellent job. Made sure everything was cleaned up before they left. I would hire them again."

Liz K on April 2023

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Pressure Washing, Deck Maintenance, Window Washing and Outdoor Maintenance services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! 2-10 employees. No subs. cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. no service charges. May not contact through e-mail.

"Showed up when said they would. Power washed and waterproofed my deck. Cleaned my gutters. Very reasonable price. Thought they did an excellent job. Made sure everything was cleaned up before they left. I would hire them again."

Liz K on April 2023


Phil V.P.

4.92(
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Phil V.P.

4.92(
40
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

50% deposit required at time of contract agreement to cover materials needed, final payment upon completion of job. One full time, two part time employees. Senior citizen discount considered.

"The work went very well. As usual, Phil was punctual and professional. His work is always very good. Phil is one of the best carpenters in the area."

Michael D on June 2019

50% deposit required at time of contract agreement to cover materials needed, final payment upon completion of job. One full time, two part time employees. Senior citizen discount considered.

"The work went very well. As usual, Phil was punctual and professional. His work is always very good. Phil is one of the best carpenters in the area."

Michael D on June 2019


"Outstanding! The work was of highest quality worksmanship, and we are extremely pleased with the final results. They were a pleasure to work with and consulted and advised us throughout the project. They were also quite creative in coming up with solutions to some rather challenging problems with the job. They were professional, punctual, extremely courteous and dependable."

Mary Kay S on March 2019

We are a full service remodeling company

"Outstanding! The work was of highest quality worksmanship, and we are extremely pleased with the final results. They were a pleasure to work with and consulted and advised us throughout the project. They were also quite creative in coming up with solutions to some rather challenging problems with the job. They were professional, punctual, extremely courteous and dependable."

Mary Kay S on March 2019


Roofing & siding contractor with 32 years of insurance / contracting experience. Residential & commercial services. Owner supervises and monitors all jobs and is always on site. Discounts available.


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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

While building your deck, you might come across something called the four-inch sphere rule. Essentially, this railing requirement for a deck states that a four-inch ball should not be able to fit through any gap in the deck railings. The gap between spindles and between the decking and the bottom of the railing must be less than four inches to prevent small children or pets from squeezing through the gap.

It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.

It is best to power wash your deck and sand it, as cleaning removes grime, mildew, and dirt, while sanding refreshes the wood and allows the stain to penetrate. You should clean your deck first, sand it, and then stain it. You should clean your deck annually, while sanding and staining only needs to be done every three years.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

If you notice standing water under the deck after rainstorms, you may need a drainage system to efficiently move this water. You do not want standing water to rest against your foundation or against support posts for the deck, as this could cause significant structural problems over time. Make sure the area has proper grading, too.

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