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GrayBridge
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Freeport, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m extremely pleased with the handyman’s work! They expertly repaired and rehung my screen door, leaving it looking and functioning like new. Professional, efficient, and highly skilled—I couldn’t be happier with the result!"
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+113

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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JB Home Builders
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Freeport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff came right out to quote the job, and got to work when he said he would. He has obvious pride in his work and the quality of the finished product was very good. Jeff made it easy to pass this part of our project of to a professional to get it done."
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct structures. A porch is a covered structure, usually attached to the front of a home, that offers protection from the elements. In contrast, a deck is an open, uncovered platform, often attached to the back or side of a home. Because porches have a roof, they typically require less maintenance than decks, but both features need regular cleaning and repairs to stay in good condition.

Pressure-treated lumber is one of the most affordable types of decking upfront. This material is widely available, so you can usually find pressure-treated lumber at almost any local home improvement store you visit. Keep in mind that wood requires a lot of upkeep with repainting and restaining, so any kind of wood may be more expensive in the long run than something like PVC decking.

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

PVC decking tends to be cooler than composite because the material is less dense and absorbs less heat. However, it depends on the deck’s color. A dark-colored PVC deck may run hotter than a light-colored composite deck. If you’re concerned about your deck getting too hot, it’s best to stick to a light color such as beige or gray.

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