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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Dry Ridge, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and Jim did an outstanding job leveling, reinforcing and and structurally improving my mother's deck. They made certain that my 90 year old mother could safely navigate outdoors on the deck which is her very favorite place to be! I am beyond satisfied with this finished Deck repair project by Mike and Jim of Tri-state Home Repair & Maintenance. They have exceeded all our expectations!"
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Cottingham & Sons LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Dry Ridge, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Veteran-Owned. Family-First. Built on Trust.\nWhen you need a hand around the house, you deserve someone who shows up on time, works with precision, and treats your home with respect.\nAs a military veteran and a dedicated family man, I know how important a safe, well-maintained home is for your loved ones. Hard work, integrity, and a commitment to excellence are built into everything I do. Whether you have a laundry list of small repairs, a honey-do list that’s getting out of hand, or a larger home improvement project, I have the hands-on experience to get it done efficiently and correctly the first time.\nNo job is too big or too small. From my family to yours, I take pride in delivering honest, high-quality workmanship you can count on. Let me handle the hard work so you can just enjoy your home.

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Grisham Construction & Remodeling
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Dry Ridge, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very friendly and polite. He did an excellent job. We thought we would have to replace all our gutters because they were stained up and black but he assured us he could get them clean, as well as all of our siding, shutters and brick. They all looked brand new when he was finished. He also protected all my landscaping before he started."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Decks Unlimited of Kentucky
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Dry Ridge, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"UPDATE: Mike was to come back and seal the fence. He did not do this nor did he return any phone calls or emails about this. Very Disappointing. I guess we shouldn't have paid him the full amount until he came back and sealed the fence. Mike's pricing was a little bit higher but due to the customer service he gave compared to the other larger companies we are having him do the fence and are signing the contract tonight. We are very impressed with him. thank you!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The proper and most comfortable height for a deck stair riser, also called a step, is between four and seven inches. A height of seven inches is often considered ideal for a strain-free step that minimizes the risk of trips and falls. While it is possible to have risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. For optimal safety and comfort, pair a seven-inch riser with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. Always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements that differ from these general recommendations.

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.

The best base materials for a ground-level or floating deck are typically gravel and crushed stone (also known as landscaping rocks). These options are inexpensive, provide excellent drainage, prevent weeds, and help minimize moisture buildup, which reduces shifting and rotting. For added stability and to evenly distribute the weight, you can use concrete deck blocks or pavers. While more expensive, concrete blocks and pavers offer a sturdier base than gravel or crushed stone alone.

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.

The cost to build a second-story deck averages $4,800, though the actual price could range as low as $420 to upwards of $16,000. While labor costs range between 35% and 50% of the total project cost, the materials and complexity of design will ultimately lead you to save or spend more money on this home addition.

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