"Andre and his crew did an outstanding job rebuilding my old wood deck and replacing it with Trex decking.
His communication was excellent. He clearly explained issues that were discovered in the process of tearing down the old deck. The crew was polite, efficient and did a great job cleaning up after, leaving the job site impeccable.
Andre’s pricing was also very reasonable and competitive.
I would highly recommend AK General Services for your projects!"
"RORHI overall did a great job tearing down my old deck and installing a new Trex deck. The guys took two days for the job - efficient and quality work. I can recommend them without exception."
"We had some rot under the corner of a small deck. Tom did a great job, and I really appreciate how he took the extra time to get all the details right."
"We hired Mitch Dutcher to replace our deck. He was incredibly responsive, was a proactive problem solver, and very thorough. We could not be more pleased and will hire him again for our next project."
"I would hire them again for any other project I need done again, quick, clean, and an awesome job Iâ m so happy with my new decking they replaced all my decking boards to a beautiful composite decking. Thank you so much guys"
"Excellent customer service. They took the time to fix the problem. I am very grateful they took my concern so seriously. Great job! A very happy customer."
"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!"
"We needed a Fence install with an entry way. We needed a neighboring fence repaired with new posts. Another fence repaired and painted. We also asked them to do some interior ceiling work as well. Overall; all went well. Professional, courteous and a good job."
"Matt did an awesome job fixing our ceiling and walls in our bathroom . He was professional and reasonably priced! I give M.G & Sons paining a 5 star review!!"
"Jay is a very nice person and excellent carpenter. Once he got the materials, he quickly and efficiently replaced the deck and a sliding door as well. Jay is very meticulous in his work, communicates very well with the customer and the fair for the job was adequate (this year the cost of materials was much higher than before due to covid-related problems). I will strongly recommend Jay for any carpenter job."
When sourced responsibly, the most sustainable wood decking options are timber trees like redwood, pine, Douglas fir, Nootka cypress, and Western red cedar. These tree species are fast-growing with low carbon emissions. Plus, most timber woods make durable deck materials because of their resistance to rot and decay over time.
No, you don’t need a permit to repair and replace a few boards on an existing deck. However, if you’re making structural changes to the deck or tearing down the old one and building a new one, you will likely need a permit. Check with your local municipality for the regulations and rules in your area, or ask a local contractor who builds decks for advice.
PVC decking might be long-lasting, but this synthetic material lacks the natural aesthetic or sustainability of wood decking. If you want to match your decking to your new garden furniture or just freshen up the faded surface, it’s not usually possible to paint PVC decking. When comparing PVC to composite decking, PVC is pricier and more prone to warping in hot regions.
It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.
Yes, you can draw your own deck plans in many cases. However, you must know your local building codes and be familiar with carpentry principles. Even then, it's always best to run your plans by a professional contractor with experience building decks, whether you choose to DIY some of the build or not.
The Stow, MA homeowners’ guide to deck repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Thinking about adding a deck to your home? Explore this guide to learn about the average cost to build a deck in Boston, MA, based on factors like size, material, and labor.
Deck replacement costs depend on materials, any structural damage you need to fix, and more. This guide explores how much it costs to replace or repair a deck.
If your deck is in bad shape, this deck repair checklist will help you inspect, clean, maintain, and repair it without missing any vital steps in the process.
