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Maximus General Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Maximus Contracting about needing a new roof because of hail/wind damage.  I needed it quickly because we're selling the house soon, and I didn't have a big budget to work with because I received less from my insurance company than I was expecting.  Eric called back quickly and gave me a very reasonable estimate for the work.  The new shingles are of better quality than my original roof, and it looks great.  I finalized my shingle choice with Eric, and the crew completed the work the very next day.  Eric even came out to my office a couple times because my schedule doesn't often allow me to be at home during the day.  All in all, it was a great experience.  I feel confident that I received a great value, and the customer service was exceptional.  I would highly recommend using this company!
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Reinvented Pressure Wash
5.0(
4
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to the reinvented pressure wash page, Here at Reinvented Pressure Wash, We remove all of those hard to remove contaminants from driveways, garages, sidewalks, siding, decks/patios, roof, gutters and other outdoor objects! We are 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. \n

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hall's Home Improvements, Inc.
4.7(
6
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Scott to replace the front door and storm door.  It was a all day project, but he did the job well.  We had to rehire him to replace the door a month later (not his fault at all).  He also fixed our doorbell that decided it wanted to just keep ringing.  We give Scott 5 stars!  Scott is first on our list to call when we need work done!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J.I landscape & Power-Wash
5.0(
2
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great people great comunication skills quickly replied to any questions. They got here when they said they would and got to work on my yard. I have a big dog and most people are scared of him but they are also very caring of my pets and wernt bothered"
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Mowing and Edging
Mowing
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance FAQs, answered by experts

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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.

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

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