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S&S Property Maintence, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure doing business with S&S Property Maintenance. Their communication is excellent, they are very reliable, very organized and very professional."
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+5

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"Vince called me back within hours of my sending him a message through Angie's List.  Even though he does not list Montgomery County as one of his service areas, he was completely willing to help us out.  In my message, I had requested the work to be done onsite but Vince explained why having him pick up the generator and take it back to his shop to work on it would make more sense.  His charge for pick-up and delivery back to us was only $34.95.
When Vince came to pick up the generator, he was on time and was able to give me a ballpark cost for the work (which turned out to be very accurate).  He said that he could get it back to us in 3-4 days but I asked if he could do it faster as there was a snow storm predicted for the next day or so.  Vince agreed to a shorter time line and ultimately got the generator back to us within 1 day!  There ended up being no snow storm but we got our generator back in working condition - along with a booklet of care instructions, a copy of our invoice, and a service history form.  A few days later we received a hand-written Thank You card in appreciation of our business.  I can't imagine how the service could have been any better.  We will use Vince for any future small engine repairs/maintenance we have and highly recommend him and his services.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Painters arrived exactly on time and accomplished all tasks the same day. The manually stripped the deck and applied two coats of stain. They carefully cleaned and then painted the foundation concrete as it had got dirty over the years. They also scraped, caulked and painted a large bump-out window off our living room.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Jorden's All-Around Residential Cleaning Services
5.0(
8
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional from start to finish. Could not of been more pleased with the job done. I am very particular and was overjoyed to finally find a reliable company that cares about its clients and will go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied. I have already recommended Dave to my closest friends and family."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Creative Hands Home Services
3.8(
63
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They arrived on time.  They got right to work fixing the things I asked them to do.  The work on the deck required one of the men to leave for a while to get some quick-set concrete, but other than that they had everything they needed on hand.  They did a good job and left everything clean.  I feel that I got a good value and I would use them again. 
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HBKK Construction
2.7(
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Serving Cambridge, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very nice. Rate it an A. It was probably three to four weeks later because he had a very busy schedule and then he did another job for me after that. He worked on my deck which I originally purchased on Angie's List and then he removed some very large bushes for me and chopped down a fall tree. He did an excellent job. And I might use him for other jobs. The worst part was just getting him scheduled because he was very busy. The best part is he did a good job."
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

While eco-friendly decking, also called composite decking, is a win for the environment because it consists of recycled materials, it has trade-offs. These sustainable options often come with steeper price tags, lack natural wood's warm look, and can become uncomfortably hot under full sun. Some composite materials can also become slick when wet, posing a potential hazard.

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.

Trex states that its Trex decking is an eco-friendly composite material made of 95% recycled or reclaimed materials (including plastic and wood), making it a sustainable brand of choice. According to the company, Trex is one of the largest plastic bag recyclers in the U.S., with each 500-square-foot Trex deck containing about 140,000 recycled plastic bags.

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