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Clarke Builders
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The new deck is perfect. They showed up on time each day and worked the entire time they were here. They even noticed a few issues from the previous contractor and brought them to my attention. Clarke Builders pays close attention to what theyâ re doing. Great, quick work. I couldnâ t be happier. I would hire again, anytime."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Blue spruce fence and deck
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rockport, 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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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Aqua Terra Blasting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andy did an excellent job of cleaning 20 years of bottom paint off the bottom of my 21 foot fiberglass boat. Paint was removed to the boot stripe and there was no damage to the glass. The work was completed in my yard which was left clean with no residue. Great job"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New England Home Renovations LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job.  Prompt service and very clean."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Wall2wall Painting N Odd Jobs
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If you need a painter call them."
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Interior Stairwell and railing
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Outdoor Shed Exterior

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Euphoric Hardscapes and Designs
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They built me an Asian style grape arbor, they went off the design that I had drawn up. It is perfect! They did a wonderful job!! I'm very happy. They are very nice folks. :D"
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+215

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pine State Handyman Services
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Rockport, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris was great. It was a complicated job on an old house and I had two doors replaced. He did an amazing job and I couldn’t be happier with my new doors!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

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.

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. 

Liquid rubber is great for waterproofing, but it can damage your deck if it’s not applied correctly. First, it can trap moisture in the wood if the deck isn’t completely dry before application.  Second, applying it too thickly can create a heavy, rubbery surface layer that peels and cracks under fluctuating temperatures. For the best results, ensure the wood is completely dry before application, and apply the liquid rubber in thin, even coats. A quick inspection every now and then will help you catch any issues early, keeping your deck protected and looking its best.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

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