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Avatar for MD CONTRACTORS FENCE'S DECKS & PATIOS, LLC
MD CONTRACTORS FENCE'S DECKS & PATIOS, LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ferndale, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys are awesome! They replaced my fence last year and it went so well I had them back to install a new deck and concrete pad for my shed. I’m very pleased with the results. I’m already planning for them to come back to stain the fence and extend my driveway. I highly recommend."
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+38

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Crab Home Solutions
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ferndale, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were looking to replace the decking on our 8-year-old second-floor deck. After reaching out to several contractors, we chose Blue Crab Home Solutions based on their assessment of the project and their pricing. I was scheduled within a month. Alex and the team were great. They removed the old decking and steps in one day, then replaced the decking, stair stringers, and step decking over the next two days. The vinyl handrails were left intact because they were still in good condition. While replacing them would have been easier, working around the existing handrails required additional customization and skill, which Blue Crab handled without any issues. Once the job was completed, Blue Crab provided a week for us to review the work and returned to address a few minor items. We are very happy with the finished project and highly recommend Blue Crab Home Solutions."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
528 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stans Home Improvements
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ferndale, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Stan and two helpers were professional and easy to deal with throughout deck repair and color staining. The final bill was a bit expensive, but well done. I'd hire him again."
Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Leonpro Services, LLC
Leonpro Services, LLC
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Ferndale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a hole in one of the wooden floorboards on my deck. Wanted repair but companies I called would only repair decks they had installed. Had hired Leon before so got an estimate. They repaired floorboard and stained. Also replaced twelve deck posts which had water damage."
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+262

Response time2 days
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Ferndale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"This review is from work done last year. Mr. Handyman review 11/28/2018: Mr. Handyman (Eric V) sent a text with picture to say he was on the way. Overall, was very pleased with the work done and will use them again. Items fixed: Installed door sweep for the front entryway. Works fine. Took care of the draft. Replaced screen on porch door, and also stabilized the door frame. Working great."
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t need a permit to repair and replace a few boards on an existing deck. However, if you’re making structural changes to the deck or tearing down the old one and building a new one, you will likely need a permit. Check with your local municipality for the regulations and rules in your area, or ask a local contractor who builds decks for advice.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

Finding a reputable deck builder should start with speaking with a local company and asking for samples of past work and references. You can review the company’s workmanship and speak with past customers to learn what the customer service was like throughout the process. It’s also a good idea to read online reviews and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to see if the company has a history of customer complaints. If you can get a referral from a family member or friend, that’s another great option.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

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.

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