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Avatar for Cornerstone Hydrowash
Cornerstone Hydrowash
4.9(
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and Joy are wonderful at Cornerstone! We have used them regularly on both of our homes. They are professional and provide excellent service both homes and decks are sparkling clean. Thank you so much Brian and Joy! Kind regards, Toni"
Roofs, Siding and more
Roofs, Siding and more
Roofs, Siding and more
Roofs, Siding and more
Roofs, Siding and more

+19

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"The job went great from start to finish!! Workers were very punctual and professional. The kept the construction areas very clean.There was very little material waste. They performed and finished a large amount of work each day! Very, friendly, honest and hard working! Their pricing is more then reasonable."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving Elkton, 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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Natures Way Contracting and Landscape
4.4(
9
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The decking was nice. He did an excellent job. He was very prompt, knowledgeable, and he has amazing people working with him. He followed all my directions. He was accommodating. I was very pleased. I would hire them again."
Start of framing after footers were dug
Building a 16x15 deck. Something like this we can complete in 1-2 days
Railing that was repaired
I only have pictures of this project being completed as I have lost some of them from the start. This project started off as one house and we ended up signing contracts to 2 other homeowners same day
New fence

+71

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Howard's Home Repair
4.3(
210
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Okay. Howard had some difficulty reading the plan, and requested a week to do the work. We only had three or four days, so his manager said that could only happen if I helped with the work. No problem, I did the layout, and did most of the "tricky" parts of the work, cutting the ribbon boards for the 45 degree angles, so Howard and helper could focus on setting cleats, joists, and putting down decking. Howard was very prompt, but this sort of carpentry was not his forte, some of the decking cuts needed to be redone. I had to do all the railing work myself. He did help me with some plumbing work for the better part of one day, which is work he is better at. We settled on payment of about 2/3 of what his original quote was for the deck, and he showed no interest in doing any further work."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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WashStuff
4.9(
11
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They returned my inquiry immediately, and quoted me a very good price. I was put on their schedule. They arrived on time, very professional and tidy. My home looks amazing and my deck looks like it did when it was first put in! Thank you Wash Stuff! HIGHLY recommend!"
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Nichols Pressure Washing
5.0(
9
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

Let's get your home sidewalk and you driveways clean! I use proper equipment and supplies for every job to ensure each client gets the service they deserve. I ensure that I am on time neat and clean, well organized, polite and well spoken. Call or or message me to schedule a time suitable for you, and for pricing and further details. When your house is finished it will be ready for the early fall and spring season cook outs or the market.

Gutter Cleaning Project
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Myriad Home Improvement & Handyman Services LLC
4.2(
1,728
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Serving Elkton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

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I purchased the deal for contractor for the week which is really about 35 hours of contracting labor.  Overall, the experience went well.  Myriad did a lot of work between two properties; one of which is a rental and the other a newly purchased home.  They did the below for me:

Hung two ceiling fans

Replaced trim around exterior of sliding glass door (installer did use non paintable caulk which caused some issues trying to paint it)

Replaced trim around garage access door

Planted a 4 foot tree

Replaced gate hardware and rehung

Sealed fence and deck

Installed ceiling mounted storage for garage (owner did cut himself pretty badly in the process and we had to call an ambulance)

Cleaned gutters

Painted some of the trim in our dinning room

Overall, Myriad was very punctual and professional through all of the work.  Some of the work probably could have a little more attention as noted above.  If I had one gripe I would say they shorted me about 3 hours of work as one of the first days they were supposed to plant the tree and seal the fence/deck.  Unfortunately it had unexpectedly rain that morning allowing him to only plant the tree and he stated the rest of the time would be credited; however, the worker ended up leaving the company between that appointment and the next one and that was never passed along.  Probably more my fault for not being a stickler in terms of the overall amount of hours remaining.  Either way, I would still recommend Myriad as they did good work at a good price and I would consider them a trustworthy company.


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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge softwoods.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

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.

To flatten a cupped deck board, start by ensuring it’s dry. Then, try flipping the board over so the cupped side faces down and reattach it. If that’s not possible, you can use screws to pull it tighter to the joists or plane the edges slightly to reduce the cup. It’s best to replace severely cupped boards.

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