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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Handymansfield, aka Bill Mansfield was very knowledgeable and professional. His knowledge of materials was very important for this project and his advice was spot on. My only observations, which as a woman unfortunately happens a lot, is that often my instructions are not followed or understood. I found metal scraps after the jobs was completed when I asked about clean up at the beginning of the project - which includes shards of metals that could become flying objects when mowing the yard. At over $2k in labor, I'd expect such clean up. We also could had communicated better as to moving topsoil bags away from the fence - which I could not do as I recently had spinal surgery and am under a no lifting doctor's order. I greatly appreciated his assistance in returning unused materials to the retailer - so despite any problems in communications, I highly recommend this contractor for any fencing project."
Bathroom partial remodel
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

+346

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Premier ProWash, LLC
5.0(
3
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Based on what is going on in the world today, I thought young men like Brennen no longer existed. There is hope. Confident, personable, polite, respectful, considerate young man who is not trying - but doing - those things necessary to start and build a business based on his word, his character and his dependability. HIRE HIM! I will. Again and again."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Handyman Services
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Handyman Services repaired and repainted my front porch deck. Very friendly and responded quickly. In fact, repairs were done the same day. Kind, courteous, and fair. I will definitely be calling Handyman Services for all home repairs."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

Building a deck is often worth the investment, not only because it provides more utility to your yard and gives you more space to entertain but also because decks tend to add value to your home. Keep in mind that second-story decks often require concrete footings, which means they will bump up your property taxes, while decks built on the first story generally don’t require a permanent foundation and won’t affect your taxes. Even with the tax increase, decks are usually a good investment in the long run.

Rot loves moisture, so deck rot typically impacts the parts of a board that stay wet. This includes the underside of boards, in addition to support posts and joists. However, any part of a board can rot, given the right conditions. 

The time to build a vinyl deck varies based on factors like size, the complexity of the design, and weather conditions. Generally, a straightforward project might take a few days to a couple of weeks for preparation, installation, and any necessary inspections. However, larger or more intricate designs may extend the timeline. Timely acquisition of permits, efficient planning, and coordination with contractors will all help to make the construction process as smooth and quick as possible.

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