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Avatar for TrueDecks
TrueDecks
4.5(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time True Decks has done repair/maintenance/refurbish work on our deck. The work is consistently done well and is reasonably priced. The techs (Eduardo and Luis) who completed our recent work (4/15/26) were OUTSTANDING. They were professional, courteous and efficient and the final work product exceeded our expectations. WELL DONE...thank you!"
Custom Deck and Patio Combo
Underdeck living space.
Beautiful curved deck with picture frame design.
Mr. Lee
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for TS Pressure Washing & Deck Restorations, LLC
TS Pressure Washing & Deck Restorations, LLC
4.9(
27
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kurt was easy to reach via email or telephone. Apprised us of his approach to stripping our deck of its horrible paint coating and was upfront of the general cost during his first visit. He did need to be reminded to provide a specific contract upfront. Otherwise, deck restoration work progressed quickly once weather conditions permitted start and Kurt finished the large project within a few days."
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+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Flores Enterprises LLC
5.0(
27
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two level deck needed minor surface rot repair, power washing, and staining. Flores Enterprises LLC quoted and completed the work in the same business week. Attention to detail on staining is excellent. Provided photos of repairs and completed work and kept me informed on any issues which arose. Would definitely hire again."
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+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R&L Pressure Washing Painting and Decking
R&L Pressure Washing Painting and Decking
4.6(
685
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Luis and team did an excellent job on all the projects - Whole house pressure washing, deck pressure washing, deck staining, rotten wood repair around exterior window trim, and painting of exterior shutters. The rates are reasonable. They performed the work on-time and completed as promised."
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+11

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for V-Tile
V-Tile
4.5(
30
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Vtile did an amazing job replacing the brackets on my deck that were rusty and old. It was a small project but important to me that my deck remained safe for me and my guests. The price was reasonable, they showed up on time, did an excellent job and left the work area spotless! Iâ m a very happy customer!"
Not the easiest of the cuts but...
Stairs at Sports&Health
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Wainscoting at Richmond master bath project
Basement bath at Urbana, MD

+58

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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C&Painting LLC
4.7(
377
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am satisfied with the finished work and the outstanding customer service. I am impressed with the time and effort that went into preparing the deck for staining and the protective measures taken to not get the stain on surrounding areas. I liked receiving explanations on how the project would be addressed including changes from first thoughts."
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Paint Deck with solid stain

+78

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for JW Home Improvement
JW Home Improvement
4.4(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"This was a good quality experience from estimate to completion. Everything went on time and on budget. But what I really liked was the extra efforts on details, like making sure they matched the right wood for the deck even though it meant going to a second supplier, and putting the old boards into an organized stack instead of just piling them up."
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Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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.

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