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

Approved

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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Castro's Services
New to Angi

Serving Forest Hill, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Are you looking for a quality Cleaning company ? If so, look no further. I have many years in this industry and can provide you with excellent customer service as superior work. Your satisfaction is very important to me. I will listen to your needs and then formulate a plan around those needs to make sure that they are met. I will also provide you with excellent prices. Please feel free to give me a call for more information. I look forward to speaking with you!

Zachery Vansickle
New to Angi

Serving Forest Hill, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
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James McGavin Home Improvement
4.6(
564
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Serving Forest Hill, 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."
new gutters and roofs we have done
new gutters and roofs we have done
new gutters and roofs we have done
new gutters and roofs we have done
new gutters and roofs we have done

+26

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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All Touch Powerwash & Paint
4.6(
28
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Serving Forest Hill, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My deck is spotless and so is all the furniture. What typically takes me 2 days to do (a whole weekend!) they were able to knock out in around 6 hours. I was so happy I even bought the crew lunch. Highly recommended."
Modern Grey
Custom clouds
High and tight
Three levels with ease.
Efflorecence Removal

+2

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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S & J Services LLC
4.7(
163
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Serving Forest Hill, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"The service was provided on the scheduled dates. The work was completed thoroughly; the house and porch look great! All items on the porch and deck were removed and replaced after the work was complete. We would definitely use this company again!"
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+16

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rodriguez Home Improvement LLC
4.4(
193
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Serving Forest Hill, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. Arrived early and gutters on both residences cleaned in 2 hours. Pricing extremely fair and both workers were professional and friendly. Definitely will reach out for future work."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Serving Forest Hill, 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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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can add a roof to most decks, but you need to have it inspected first. If your deck didn’t come with a roof initially, it may not be able to handle the weight without some structural changes. You can add additional supports to your existing deck to safely add a roof, and tying your deck’s roof to an exterior wall can help add some structural stability, but remember these aren’t DIY projects and need to be left to a pro. 

Whether you need a permit depends on the deck design and local regulations. Most areas mandate a building permit if the deck is over a specific height or if it's attached to a pre-existing structure. Shorter, freestanding decks may not require a permit, but you should check with local zoning ordinances and your homeowners association for specifics.

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.

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.

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

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