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A R Walton Construction
5.0(
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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a government contract doing decks and he has has helped me out with that work many times. He is also good with cabinetry, landscaping, and he also worked on some handicap bathrooms that was a commercial project for elderly housing. He is very meticulous with everything he does, and he is a good to have around!"
Kitchen
Kitchen
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mark's Handyman Service
5.0(
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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"I just bought an older home that needed some work here and there. As a single mom going to school part-time sometimes i need help. Mark fixed the leaking pipe in the kitchen, replaced a couple of boards on the porch, and sealed around my windows and doors. He has good prices and is professional."
Complete Remodel - Beach
Building Site
Complete Remodel - Beach
Concrete Forms
Complete Remodel - Beach

+54

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
JARR Handyman Services
3.5(
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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JARR Handyman Services is committed to excellence 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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Northern Maine Lawn Care
New to Angi

Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We at Northern Maine Lawn Care focus on quality services over quantity. We use our experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

Response time2 days
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

Pressure-treated decks last 15 to 20 years on average, but with proper maintenance, you could get 40 to 50 years of value from yours. Reseal your deck every one to two years, and replace old or rotted wood as soon as possible to avoid structural damage. Where you live plays a role in the lifespan of your deck. Intense sunlight, rainfall, wind, and hail can reduce the deck’s lifespan.

To maximize the utility of space under a deck, it’s important to keep this area dry and clean. One way to prevent the area from becoming too wet is to install an under-deck draining system. This affordable home upgrade channels water away from the deck and provides usable space for storage or a functional area below a second-story deck. Not only will this be a useful maintenance upgrade, it can boost your home’s property value.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

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