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Sean Gleason Home Improvements
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"Excellent crew, very hard working. Extremely polite and did an excellent job daily with clean up. I would highly recommend them to anyone. Sean is highly professional and knowledgeable about his business and products. Never felt like I was being taken advantage of. Communicated well and in a timely manner. Very satisfied with outcome."
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Clarke Builders
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Zac is a hard worker who listens to his customers needs and crafts a plan that gets the job done. His work is both beautiful and serves the purpose needed. He is by far the best worker I have had to do jobs at my house. He is honest, trustworthy and professional. Highly recommend!!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Blue spruce fence and deck
4.7(
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The quality and professional work done was awesome the additional deck matched perfectly with the old. Chet answered questions I had, furthermore the job was finished ahead of schedule and on budget thanks chet for a great job. Looking forward to future projects with your company ?"
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Response time2 days
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Bird Dog Construction
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jim was a very hard worker. Rain or shine he was there as advertised. Quality was great. His expertise at building decks was evident. As he was working, he noticed little items that had not been on the original bid and completed them without additional charge. We would hire him again without hesitation."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Aqua Terra Blasting
5.0(
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Andy did an outstanding of stripping 150 years of paint off the Marshall Point Light in Port Clyde, Maine. The metal was taken down to bright with all paint and extensive rust being removed. This was coordinated with the painters who primed it as soon as it dried. All residue was caught and collected in tarps for proper disposal. No dust was produced. The brickworks and granite blocks were also cleaned down to original surface for priming and recoating. The job was completed timely despite inclement weather. I highly recommend Andy and Aqua Terra for any such project."
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Affordable Home Improvemnts
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Serving Brewer, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"They were really great to work with and very accommodating! What we thought was going to be a small job turned into a much larger one once they opened up the frame and we saw the water damage not only to the door but to the joists and floor underneath it! The extensive rot and ants didn't faze them at all. They have us time to think about how we wanted to proceed at each major junction and executed our plan to a T. They were very budget conscious and pleasant to work with. Great communication via text, phone, and face-to-face."
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Response time3 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by85%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.

Choices include wood, composite, and hardwoods, each with unique benefits.

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.

Yes, it is generally safe to have a fire pit on a deck, but you must adhere to building codes and take several safety precautions. For both built-in and freestanding models, you must use a heat-resistant barrier, such as a fire pit pad or heat shield, between the pit and the deck. Additionally, consider the weight of the fire pit and ensure your deck can structurally support it, reinforcing it if necessary. The fire pit must also be positioned a safe distance from your house, particularly from materials like vinyl siding, to prevent heat damage.

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

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