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Blacks Handyman Lawn Service LLC
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Serving Bourg, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything looks great. I’ll recommend him to family and friends. If anyone is looking for a handyman or lawn service, this is your guy. Thanks again, Jeramy See you soon!"
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HD Waterproofing Louisiana, LLC
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Serving Bourg, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would recommend this company to anyone. He was the first person to actually come inside my home to see how to fix my leaks. Everyone else wanted way too much for the job. So glad I found you! God I'd good!"
waterproofing
6500 Sq feet roof
6500 sq ft roof
6500 sq ft
6500 sq ft roof

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Response time8 hrs
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Composite decking boards aren't your only options for building a deck. There are several other types of materials for decks, including wood and aluminum decking. Wood decking comes in many different wood species, offering natural beauty and classy timelessness to your yard. Aluminum is a lightweight, water-resistant, and low-maintenance material that is also non-slip.

Both aluminum and composite decking materials are environmentally friendly, with aluminum decking coming in as the most eco-friendly option. 

Though composite decking helps remove plastics from landfills, recycles wood, and lasts longer than traditional wood decks, it’s not recyclable and only lasts for 25 to 30 years on average. Aluminum can last well over 30 years and is almost always recyclable.

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.

Your deck may look or feel fuzzy after pressure washing because the high-pressure spray tears some wood fibers as it removes the outer layer of dead and discolored wood. This fuzzy effect is a normal part of the pressure-washing process and will go away on its own in a few weeks. You can opt to spot-sand your deck if you’d like to remove it more quickly.

Whether you need a permit depends on the deck design and local regulations. Most areas mandate a building permit if the deck is over a specific height or if it's attached to a pre-existing structure. Shorter, freestanding decks may not require a permit, but you should check with local zoning ordinances and your homeowners association for specifics.

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