How do I flatten a cupped deck board?

• <div><p>To flatten a cupped deck board, start by ensuring it’s dry. Then, try flipping the board over so the cupped side faces down and reattach it. If that’s not possible, you can use screws to pull it tighter to the joists or plane the edges slightly to reduce the cup. It’s best to replace severely cupped boards.</p></div>

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Q: How do various elements influence the expenses associated with repairs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on repair complexity, hardware needs, labor, and required software updates.</p></div>

Q: Should deck skirting touch the ground?

• <div><p>Deck skirting shouldn&rsquo;t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.</p></div>

Q: Can you fix warped composite decking?

• <div><p>You can&rsquo;t fix warped composite decking boards, but you can replace them so your deck surface is no longer warped. For more severely warped decks, especially those with damaged joists or support beams, you&rsquo;ll need a pro to inspect the deck and recommend whether you should replace the structure or repair the damage. </p></div>

Q: Why does my deck pop in extreme cold?

• <div><p>Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don&rsquo;t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening. </p></div>

Q: How do I flatten a cupped deck board?

• <div><p>To flatten a cupped deck board, start by ensuring it&rsquo;s dry. Then, try flipping the board over so the cupped side faces down and reattach it. If that&rsquo;s not possible, you can use screws to pull it tighter to the joists or plane the edges slightly to reduce the cup. It&rsquo;s best to replace severely cupped boards.</p></div>

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Following severe storms and tornadoes that struck Ouachita Parish in mid-October, many homeowners - myself included - have been struggling to find the ways and means to remediate damages incurred. I had heard of Allied Roofing, LLC in the past, but didn't know much about the company. The...
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Reviewed in August 2011
It's absolutely gorgeous now. The two people that did the work were friendly, prompt, and courteous. The owner is great too. It's his company and he has these people working for him. It's a father-son team. The quality of their work is excellent. I'm thinking of using them again next...
Ray's Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in September 2011
They came on time, did everything on my list, were very courteous,cleaned everything up,gave me advice and didn't waste any time, I wish they were in La. I would hire them to help me build my house.
Superior Building & Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
I have had Wyatt do my yard for a year now and he is very clean and makes sure the job is done right! I would recommend to anyone to hire him!
Jordan Lawn
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Reviewed in September 2007
I think they are expensive, but you get what you paid for. They are very professional. They knew what they were doing throughout the whole process. They changed the look on my house.
Mosby Building Arts Ltd
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Reviewed in April 2011
It was very good. I was well pleased with the work. I would recommend him to anyone. He has a great personality and even is willing to work with you any way he can to help you save money.
Dead On Construction
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Reviewed in August 2009
We met with the contractor and asked whether to rebuild our old deck or to have a new one built. He suggested having the old deck torn down and a new one built. We agreed and are glad we opted for a new deck. We had the underlying support structure constructed with pressure treated wood and...
MAG Construction
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Reviewed in March 2012
I really liked his work. He does excellent work. He takes pride in his work. He just works on his own. I had done a brick walkway. The root from the river birch trees pop it up. It made toe stops out of it. I just put a sand bed and laid the bricks, so over time it was looking kind of bad. So I...
Cannon Construction
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Reviewed in August 2014
Ready Deck did an outstanding job! At first they did not understand the type of fence we wanted, but once they realized there was a disconnect in what we wanted versus how the build was going, they quickly course corrected with no fuss or bother. The type of fence we wanted was a little out of...
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