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Avatar for DC Carpenter, LLC
DC Carpenter, LLC
4.7(
161
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cosme and his crew work very hard and will work with your schedule. They installed composite decking and railing to an existing deck substructure (footings, frame struts, etc.) that required reinforcement to stabilize the deck. We also requested solar post lighting, which really enhances the nighttime looks of our new deck. They clean up after each day of work and offered valuable information to help us decide what was needed to have the deck that we wanted while staying within our budget. I would recommend DC Carpentry LLC without hesitation, to my friends and family!"
New Construction
Framing
House Wrap
Siding and Trim
Framing

+20

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AK General Services
4.7(
132
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"This was our second time hiring Andre and would continue doing so for any future projects! This time around we had Andre and his team tear down our existing wood deck and build a new trex deck. He was very accommodating by making requested design changes last minute and provided valuable input. The deck went up faster than expected and is excellent quality."
Kitchen
Kitchen
kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+43

Response time12 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CRC Builders
4.8(
54
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Ted called me immediately and came out next day to give us a quote. We had a badly split rafter in our attic and also needed some ventilation work done. Was quoted a reasonable price and he was able to fit us in two weeks later. Bob came out and did the work over a couple of days. Everything looks great. Ted called same afternoon to make sure we were happy. We will definitely go back to him when we decide to redo our deck. Excellent experience overall."
Deck
House Framing
House Framing
Newton Remodel
Newton Remodel

+15

Response time5 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Handyman Mason
4.6(
62
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cleber and his crew did a great job removing and replacing the old deck surface. Done with the carpentry in one day, cleaned up very well (my father taught me that you can tell the quality of the work by how clean they leave the job site) and honored his original estimate. I would recommend Handyman Mason."
Floor
Floor
Floor
Floor
Demolition

+53

Response time7 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Remodel or Renew Home Improvement
4.6(
295
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Decks
Farmers Porch
Deck
Decks
Screened oom

+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
1018 neighbors recently requested a quote
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Wellesley, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob Pino did an excellent job on multiple handyman tasks in my home. He responded quickly, was very knowledgeable, thorough, professional and skilled in the work done. He completed smaller tasks and efficiently repaired an entryway ceiling, with a second person assisting to get it done quickly. His workmanship was skilled and he did a great job with numerous small repairs, installed an under cabinet TV and patiently explained pros and cons of different repair options. I recommend him highly."
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

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