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Avatar for Robert Home & Yard Improvement
Robert Home & Yard Improvement
4.8(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Robertâ s Home Improvement! We needed immediate deck repair and Carlos responded right away. When I told them our tight timeframe he was extremely accommodating and brought a crew out the same day to start working. They were fast and efficient, and everyone was so nice! Carlos was great at communicating through the whole process. They did a fantastic job and weâ re very happy with the end result. We will definitely be using them again for future projects."
Deck stain
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Patio in Harwich

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lumbert Painting
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason does a professional job. He is very neat throughout the entire process, from setup to finish. I do not have to worry about his work. He takes his time, he is a detail oriented painter from beginning to end. As a property manager, I have used him several times, over 25 times with different clients."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TM Painting & Wall Covering
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend their work! They did an amazing job with the painting and wallpaper installation. Everything was done beautifully, with great attention to detail. They were also very professional, punctual, and respectful throughout the entire process. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and I’m extremely happy with the final result. Thank you for the excellent work!"
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Cape Painters
4.7(
9
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike did a great job. The finished project looks really really great. I would recommend Mike to others and will have him out to the house in the Spring for some outside jobs."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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East Coast Painting & Renovations
5.0(
3
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Falmouth, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"East Coast Painting & Renovations is highly recommended. Brandon Owen, the owner, provided a very fair quote, clearly stating the scope of their work. He kept us informed of their schedule and coordinated his work with our availability. He and his team were professional and courteous, taking care to cover all the furniture, plants, and flooring while painting. They carefully removed artwork from the walls, the blinds, and the shades. After completing the painting, he replaced them. He was also able to accommodate our request for some additional â handymanâ type of work. We were impressed with his professionalism, attention to detail, quality work, and pricing. Brandon and his Team at East Coast Painting & Renovations will be the first company we call for our next project. And, we have already recommended them to our friends and family."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Deck skirting shouldn’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.

Pressure-treated lumber is one of the most affordable types of decking upfront. This material is widely available, so you can usually find pressure-treated lumber at almost any local home improvement store you visit. Keep in mind that wood requires a lot of upkeep with repainting and restaining, so any kind of wood may be more expensive in the long run than something like PVC decking.

Liquid rubber is great for waterproofing, but it can damage your deck if it’s not applied correctly. First, it can trap moisture in the wood if the deck isn’t completely dry before application.  Second, applying it too thickly can create a heavy, rubbery surface layer that peels and cracks under fluctuating temperatures. For the best results, ensure the wood is completely dry before application, and apply the liquid rubber in thin, even coats. A quick inspection every now and then will help you catch any issues early, keeping your deck protected and looking its best.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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. 

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