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Hector Mendez Construction & Renovation, LLC
3.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Jena, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector and his team was very professional. The bathroom floor needed replacing along with items needing to be reinstalled. Hector was able to perform all the duties in a timely manner. I highly recommend him for any services."
Interior work
Roof replacement
Roof
House renovation
Extension home

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
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Family Built Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Jena, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Family Built Construction is your go-to home improvement company in Columbia and all surrounding areas! We have a decade of experience to provide world-class service and will work with you to ensure your complete satisfaction with every project. Our owner is happy to meet with you in person or via facetime and will provide expert guidance from start to finish. Call today for a free estimate!

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A+ handyman
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Jena, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time6 hrs
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Universal Lawn Services - Home Facebook
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Jena, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a really large yard (acres) that was grown up ..we have always done ourselves and we are probably little hard to please. A superior job was done. He came and gave me a price with an app on his phone based on the square footage of our yard ..(105,000).. Was a fair price ..I paid for mowing but he also did some weed eating and picked up limbs before mowing... I came home to a yard well done..was friendly and courteous ..I highly recommend Universal Lawn Company"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

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.

Homeowners should build their floating decks at least 18 inches off the ground. Having it at this height will allow for better airflow underneath and help prevent moisture-related problems like warping or rot. That being said, local guidelines for deck heights may vary depending on where you live.

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