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

Serving Gray, ME and surrounding areas

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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."
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Finished Deck
Old Door
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+104

Response time2 days
Response rate96%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harlows Helping Hands
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Gray, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Harlowâ s was the best handyman you could hire. He arrived on time, completed the tasks on time, and his prices are reasonable. I will definitely hire him again."
Original Kitchen
Old Yellowed tub surround
Original Kitchen
Old Yellowed tub surround
Original Cabinet doors

+106

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Innovative Construction
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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Gray, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired innovative construction to reside one side of my building. During the bidding of the project as well as during the execution of the work, Greg and his team were professional, timely and responsive. I would absolutely hire Greg and his team again"
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+6

Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

You can nail or screw composite decking, but 3-inch decking screws are the better fastener choice. Unlike nails, decking screws won’t back out of the composite material over time. There’s also little danger of splitting composite material when driving screws, so you don’t need to pre-drill holes unless otherwise recommended by your decking manufacturer.

Rot loves moisture, so deck rot typically impacts the parts of a board that stay wet. This includes the underside of boards, in addition to support posts and joists. However, any part of a board can rot, given the right conditions. 

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface 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 essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

Yes, you can draw your own deck plans in many cases. However, you must know your local building codes and be familiar with carpentry principles. Even then, it's always best to run your plans by a professional contractor with experience building decks, whether you choose to DIY some of the build or not.

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