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Links & Logs Fence Co
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hessmer, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called me the same day, came and gave me an appraisal and built my fence within 3 weeks. Delay due to weather & holidays otherwise it would have been done in 2 weeks. The workers were polite, clean and worked hard. The owner was here to supervise and work. They cleaned up when they were done and I couldn t be happier."
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Crystal Clean Exteriors
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Hessmer, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Crystal Clean did a truly awesome job with all of our power washing needs. The job was completed quickly and with extra care to protect our lawn and deck from the cleaning chemicals. Our roof is over 15 years old and now looks new! We are very happy with the quality work done by Clint at Crystal Clean."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blake Futrell
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Hessmer, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Blake arrived ready to get busy! He was polite and made sure he understood how I wanted my fencing to look. He stayed longer than he expected, but finished the job right! I highly recommend Blake Futrell"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

Trex states that its Trex decking is an eco-friendly composite material made of 95% recycled or reclaimed materials (including plastic and wood), making it a sustainable brand of choice. According to the company, Trex is one of the largest plastic bag recyclers in the U.S., with each 500-square-foot Trex deck containing about 140,000 recycled plastic bags.

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

No, it isn’t necessary to skirt a deck, but investing in the cost to install deck skirting can bring more value to your home. Not only does deck skirting make the deck look more complete, but it can also turn otherwise unused space beneath the deck into useful storage space.

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

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