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A-n-T Home Improvement
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"Al built us a beautiful front deck that we are very happy with and proud of....he is very particular about his work and finished the project in a short amount of time considering the late winter/early spring weather wasn't always cooperative."
Full kitchen renovation
Tracey bathroom remodel
Full kitchen renovation
Full kitchen renovation
Tracey bathroom remodel

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sharp Line painting Llc
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job, were careful, speedy, and helpful replacing things. They even got done early. They did all the walls, trim, and ceilings upstairs, and all the walls and trim in the basement. They then helped repair and paint my small deck outside. Overall, I was very happy with their work and would hire them again, and recommend them to others."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Touch Above The Rest
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very kind, professional, and tells you what exactly needs to be done. Responds to your questions promptly and communicates very well. Robbi and his partner were able to stabilize my basement stairs. Plan on using them again without hesitation"
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Kitchen remodel

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Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

The best material for your deck depends on several factors, including your budget, location, aesthetic preferences, and the level of maintenance you’re willing to do. Wood decking, like redwood, ipe, cedar, and pine, lasts the longest, but it’s more expensive and requires more upkeep than composite and synthetic decking.

Materials for a second-story deck must be weather- and rot-resistant, though the specific choices will largely be determined by your budget and style preference. Pressure-treated wood is on the lower end of the price scale, but it can be customized and stained the way you like it. Composite, on the other hand, is pricier for installation and has fewer options for customization, but you’ll save money and time in the long run because it requires little maintenance.

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

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