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Melvin Power Wash
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work power washing, staining, and leveling our large deck. Melvin came out to give us a decent estimate. Workers worked for 2 days straight on the project and were pleasant and professional. Customer service kept up to date on the project and was also very pleasant and professional. I now have a beautiful deck. Would hire again without a doubt!"
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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B&D Construction and Painting, Inc.
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Benicio and his crew worked extremely hard and were very professional. Our deck was completely stripped and sanded to accept the new solid stain. The completed decks look excellent."
Window before
Window install after
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCann Gutters and Carpentry
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colm showed up when he said he would, on time and ready. He finished the project, deck repair, in a timely manner. The deck looks awesome. He also fixed a couple of drain pipes I had complained about. Colm is a talented, stand up guy!"
brookline install
Response time2 days
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

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. 

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. 

Many composite decking manufacturers, including the popular Trex brand, offer warranties that protect against warping under specific conditions. These warranties typically last between 20 and 50 years, but they usually exclude claims related to improper installation of the product. Some manufacturer warranties only cover decks built by certified professionals.

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