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Avatar for Double O Pressure Washing
Double O Pressure Washing
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Oliver was professional and courteous. He power washed my pool area and 3 decks. It came out better than I could have expected. Everything looks brand new. His pricing fair and reasonable. I would definitely refer him to friends and family."
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25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Square Services
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a front deck refinished. Carmen was fantastic, always answered the phone when I called and returned emails promptly. She s very professional and an asset to her business. Work guys were very polite, on time and kept work area very clean. Job was satisfactorily done."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ruiz Landscaping
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been very happy with all of their work. They are always easy to contact and I get a fast response. Their yard work is top notch and their workers are very professional with my wife and my kids. It is clear they have a lot of experience with lawn maintenance and tree service. Flavio has always done a good job and cut me a fair deal."
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Response time1 day
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DRP Handymen
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Dorchester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I went to The Geek Squad and Office Max, not only were their prices absolutely insane, but even with a consult they were not able to repair my computer issue ....DRP Handymen were prompt, professional and fixed my computer for WAY less than I imagined, Ive already started speaking to DRP regarding other projects in my home- I will most certainly hire DRP again"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Typically, most residential wooden decks are designed to support approximately 40 pounds per square foot, including the deck’s weight and any items placed on it. While this is fine for typical use, it is usually not enough to hold the weight of a hot tub filled with water and people. To safely support a hot tub, your wood deck will likely require reinforcement. Therefore, it’s best to have a contractor or a structural engineer assess it before hot tub installation.

Always sand a deck before repainting so the wood is smooth and ready for paint. While you do not need to fully remove paint before repainting, sanding helps remove any areas with weather and sun damage. Sanding also helps remove chipped or flaking paint and opens the wood pores to improve paint adhesion.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

A quality, well-maintained PVC decking can last 30 to 50 years. It’s known for being one of the most durable types of decking materials, with composite decking having a 25- to 30-year average lifespan and some softwood deckings only lasting 10 to 15 years. Luxury hardwood decks like Ipe may last longer than PVC decking, but they can cost more and require more maintenance.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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