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HD Waterproofing Louisiana, LLC
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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sergiou and crew did a great job. They did a very professional job and finished on time. I will definitely be hiring them for future jobs."
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6500 Sq feet roof
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6500 sq ft roof

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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Danny's Pressure Washing LLC
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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny is a professional and is licensed and insured. He is prompt and takes care of anything that may have been missed. Would highly recommend Danny!"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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R&J Construction
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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

R&J Construction We are proud to be serving this community for over 10 years, with many more years experience. Having many area's of expertise, we specialize in decks, porches, patios, to name a few. If you're in need of repair work, we do that too. We build sheds, barns, playhouses, gazebos, or free standing porches. We also build,and repair wood fencing, decks and porches. Call when you want reliable, top quality, expert work, without paying a fortune.

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Pinnacle Contracting Concepts, LLC
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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Pinnacle Contracting Concepts, LLC is a full service remodeling company striving for customer satisfaction at all times. Whether your remodeling your first Condo or adding a suite to your fourth Castle, with over 22 years of combined experience, we can help! We generate mostly refferal based leads which is a testament to our excellant quality and service. Our approach is as if every job is another chance for us to help you Rebuild your Dreams!! Give us a call for a free consultation!!\nPinnacle has also become a large force in helping our countries Hurricane victims in the Gulf Coast. With crews in 3 of the Gulf Coast States, we are offering Debris clean-up, Demolition, and Construction Services. Our goal is to help get our neighbors back into their homes as soon as possible.

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

PVC decking can get slippery when wet because it’s made from plastic. However, composite and wood decking can also be slippery when wet. It’s best to wear shoes with grippy soles when walking on a wet deck, no matter the material, and to be extra cautious not to slip and fall down.

The life expectancy of deck boards varies widely based on the material, climate, and maintenance. Untreated wood boards typically last 10 to 30 years with proper care, while pressure-treated boards can last up to 50 years. Hardwoods generally outlast softwoods. Composite boards also tend to last longer than natural wood. Environmental factors like arid or humid climates can shorten a deck's lifespan. To extend the life of wood decking, it's important to consistently clean and seal it to protect against moisture, UV light, and insects.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

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