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Top-Rated Deck maintenance specialists in Portland - Updated Nov 2026

Riverside Painting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Steve and his crew did an excellent job at a reasonable price. They were efficient and neat. All necessary wood repairs were done properly. The 32 year old house looks new. It was a challenging job because of the height of the four floor building on ledge on an Island. They had all the equipment needed to reach the toughest places."
Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Been There Fixed That Handyman Service
4.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rick also did a missing window fix, interior door replacement and exterior door jamb repair, so he’s quite versatile. and had creative cost-saving ideas. His workmanship is good, rates reasonable and he is pleasant to work with. He got to me quickly because I needed to have the work done prior to a scheduled painter could start. Very accommodating to my schedule."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Innovative Construction
3.7(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are fully satisfied with our enclosed 3 season patio. Only issue was the weather. Several days it was way to hot or raining. We opted to make a few changes during the job. Greg worked with us and helped with the decision making to so that we got just what er wanted. We are very pleased with our addition to our home"
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Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance FAQs, answered by experts

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

You can build an outdoor kitchen on a deck, but you should choose composite decking since it's more heat-resistant. Metal deck materials like steel and aluminum are also good choices because they're less flammable than wood. You should also consider the weight of the kitchen—make sure your deck can support it and any appliances you plan to use. You should consult a structural engineer to confirm exactly how much weight your deck can safely support when building an outdoor kitchen. 

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

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.

Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don’t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening.

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