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Step It Up Construction
4.6(
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional and the work was done in a timely fashion. I would definitely contact them again for any home repairs in the future."
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Window Replacement
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Bathroom Remodel

+15

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Outdoor Advantage LLC
4.4(
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They knocked it out in the span of a single shift, and I came home to find them finishing the clean-up process. Gave me personalized advice for the care of the lawn that kept everything looking great."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Five Star Deck Services
5.0(
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Worked with John at Five Star Deck Services on a recent project involving updating my already-in-place deck. From the start, John was thorough in assessing what needed to be done with the deck and was also transparent with pricing. Everybody working on the job was also knowledgeable, capable, timely, and personable. They are an excellent company to work with, and not to mention they do fantastic work. Highly recommend working with Five Star Deck Services if you need a deck or deck repairs."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Night And Day Industrial LLC
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did both pressure washing and cleaning of patio as well as fixed many small issues I had before the sale of my house both in and outside. HIGHLY recommend. Would use his services again in a heartbeat. His work is fast, efficient and prices are more than fair."
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+23

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
HOME DECK INC
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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"We contacted Home Deck Inc. for an estimate to build a deck off of the back of our house, where there was currently a small concrete landing and stairs. We also needed a small length of railing built for safety reasons (requested by our insurance company), so that no one could fall in to our basement stairwell. We had someone from Home Deck out to estimate the jobs. When I initially called, he could not come out for a couple of days due to scheduling and sounded very concerned about "losing the job" because of timing. I told him it was not a problem and scheduled for a few days later. The morning of the estimate, he called to reschedule for another day. When we finally were able to connect, he seemed knowledgeable and said we would have a written estimate within a couple of days. When we didn't receive that estimate, I contacted him by email, and he emailed it shortly after. The price was on-par with other estimates that we had gotten for the job but was still more than we had hoped to spend. The only thing we *needed* to have done was the safety railing (the deck was just something we wanted to have done), so I emailed back and asked him how much it would be to just do the safety railing. Another company quoted me about $1200.00, so this was not exactly a *small* job. Nevertheless, Home Deck Inc. never responded to my email. So they lost the job."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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James McGavin Home Improvement
4.6(
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Serving Arbutus, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GREAT JOB! OUR 2300 SF ROOF WITH TWO LAYERS OF OLD SHINGLES WAS REPLACED IN ONE DAY WITH AN UPGRADED SHINGLE PRODUCT WITH A LIFETIME GUARANTEE. THE NEW ROOF LOOKS GREAT AND HIS CREW DID AN EXCELLENT JOB OF INSTALLATION AND CLEAN UP. WE COULD NOT BE HAPPIER."
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+26

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Covering your deck with a breathable tarp can protect it from snow, ice, and cold winter temperatures. This is a good winterizing solution if you don’t plan to use your deck at all during the colder months. However, it might be best to skip the tarp if you’ll still be walking on your deck or using it in a limited capacity.

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.

Because adding a deck will yield a higher property value, you may have higher insurance costs. It’s important to follow the codes and regulations set by your local and state governments, so your insurance rates can be properly calculated. You may need an insurance revaluation after your deck is completed. The best course of action is to speak with an insurance professional to understand how adding a deck will impact your home’s insurance costs before you begin.

It depends on the type of wood. The average cost to build a deck out of pressure-treated lumber is $15 to $25 per square foot, but more affordable varieties such as bamboo and cedar cost less at around $3 to $10 per square foot. However, when comparing the cost of vinyl decking versus wood decking, it’s important to also consider ongoing maintenance costs. For example, most woods require regular sealing to keep them protected against weather and rot.

Yes, it’s definitely possible to build a pergola on an existing deck. All you need to do is attach the pergola support beams to the deck’s joists and build up from there. Beware that mistakes can damage your deck, so if you’re at all unsure of the process, play it safe and hire a pro for your custom build.

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