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B&D Construction and Painting, Inc.
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would recommend him and crewmen to even Kings and Queens . Benicio is a very honest, hard working and patient man. We hired the company to paint our deck. Gave him the deposit check. Two days later we started another project in the house. We called him and postponed the work for mid or late July. He didnâ t cash the check until he reached out to us in mid July to confirm that we will go forward as previously scheduled. Last weekend he came with his crew and painted the deck. We were amazed to see the care and respect they show. Although the yard is not cleaned as it is being worked on, they placed drop cloths all around the deck. They did a great job repairing the steps and painting the deck. They showed great respect to the property. They cleaned up very well before leaving. He is very honest hearted man. I We appreciated the fact that he is not money hungry. He sees people before profit. Something thatâ s very hard to find nowadays. Great Hob !!! We are very pleased."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
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AML Landscaping
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"AML is highly recommended for their professionalism and quality of work. They replaced 2 sets of stairs leading to back deck, fixed a door and brightened up the external look of my house. They are vast in experience and quality of different jobs. They will not dissapoint. I have remodeling inside as well and plan to hire them."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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RMJC Services, Inc.
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and his team are very professional. They always arrived arrived on time and cleaned up at the end of the day. I had Frank sand and restain a deck and fence. He did a superb job!! He went above and beyond. He even fixed areas of the deck that I didn't expect him to do. He is great guy! Excellent work. I already have some future projects lined up with him. Looking fwd to working with him again. Don't hesitate to reach out to this company. They are great!"
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Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eagle HS Improvement
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jean was great. We hired him to demo our cracked concrete garage floor and re-pave it with new concrete. He is professional, showed up on time and completed the work as promised. His crew were efficient and courteous. We are very happy with the results and would recommend him."
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Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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M. Esteban Landscaping & Construction
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot recommend Marco enough! My vinyl fence was damaged over the winter, and he quickly agreed to come out to give me an estimate. He identified and explained the issues that were present, and exactly the repairs needed. He was so honest and thorough, so I asked him about extending another section of my fence. I was pleasantly shocked that he offered to come back two days later to do it all! I thought I'd have to wait for weeks! The repair looks fantastic, as he perfectly matched and fitted the new pieces to the undamaged areas, and the new extension looks and feels sturdy and perfectly even. He and the crew left the area pristine and clean. I'm saving up for some other projects like a little patio and some new plantings, and these guys will be my first call!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

How long it takes to install composite decking depends on the size of the decking material, the skills of the person installing the deck, the number of people helping, and how much prep work needs to be done before you can begin. Generally speaking, it takes anywhere from a few days to several weeks to build a composite deck.

Composite decking may never warp, or it may warp quickly. Several factors can influence the rate of warping, including the material's quality, installation method, and installation location. Generally speaking, high-quality materials that have been installed properly are drastically less prone to warping.

PVC decking tends to be cooler than composite because the material is less dense and absorbs less heat. However, it depends on the deck’s color. A dark-colored PVC deck may run hotter than a light-colored composite deck. If you’re concerned about your deck getting too hot, it’s best to stick to a light color such as beige or gray.

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.

In many areas, a floating deck that isn’t connected to your home and stays under 200 square feet and below 30 inches in height may not need a permit. These freestanding structures are often considered low-risk, which can simplify the building process. However, building codes vary greatly based on location. Before investing in any home improvement project, check with your local permitting office for deck-building guidelines.

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