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Southern Maine Soft Wash
5.0(
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Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"power washed exterior furniture, deck and patio excellent work; attention to detail, especially deep soil surfaces"
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House Wash
House Wash
House Wash
House Wash

+39

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by34%of homeowners
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GrayBridge
5.0(
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Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did a great job on the roof repair. He did the job when he said he would. He picked up the materials so I didn’t have to. I would hire Josh again and I would recommend him as well."
Working on Deck
Finished Deck
Old Door
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Trim

+104

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Innovative Construction
3.7(
32
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Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg and his team are professional, responsive and knowledgeable. They finished the job on time and with true craftsmanship."
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Deck Repair
Deck Repair
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+9

Response time3 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Doak and Co Contracting
New to Angi

Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We at Doak and Co Contracting 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 time10 hrs
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Blue spruce fence and deck
4.7(
34
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Serving Gardiner, 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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+23

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All Pro Services of Maine
5.0(
10
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Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was great! He was punctual, knowledgeable, and professional. On the hottest day of the year so far, he went up on the roof to re-seal our skylights and did a quick but thorough job. Highly recommend!"
Custom built bar
Basement
Basement
Basement
Log Home Stain

+13

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dump It 4 Me By Lewiston Courier Service
4.8(
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Serving Gardiner, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large load of wood and miscellaneous items to haul to the dump. Wil was courteous, and friendly and did a fantastic job for us. He hauled everything away ,leaving the area very clean! What a help to us and reasonably priced for the work involvedâ ¦yes we would recommend this company!"
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Power Washing Deck

+5

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

Building codes for deck railings can vary by location, so it's important to consult your local regulations before construction. Generally, a guardrail is required for any deck that is more than 30 inches above the ground.

For residential properties, the standard minimum height for a deck railing is 36 inches. However, some states and municipalities have stricter requirements; for example, California and Washington mandate railings that are at least 42 inches high. Therefore, a 42-inch railing is not considered too high and may be required in your area or chosen voluntarily for additional safety.

In addition to height requirements, codes also specify other safety features, such as the maximum spacing between balusters to ensure they are close enough to prevent a child from squeezing through.

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.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

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