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Bousquet Construction and Building Maintenance
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Serving Strong, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tore off my old deck and replaced it with better decking and brand new beams and posts now we can finally use our deck again and they completed it just in time for the fourth of July I would strongly refer them to anyone needing a new deck"
deck remodel + upgrade
deck remodel + upgrade
deck remodel + upgrade
deck remodel + upgrade
deck remodel + upgrade

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
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Serving Strong, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went wonderfully with this company.  They were very professional, listened to exactly what my problem was, and explained to me how they were going to diagnose the problem and/or solve it before doing any actual work.  Once they started, the team (three people came) worked together like a well-oiled machine.  One was in the room with diagnostics, one was at the fuse box looking for possible problems there, and the third went into the crawlspace beneath our house to look at the physical wiring.  Once the problem was found (there was a faulty wire beneath the house that had come loose from the junction box), it was fixed and tested within minutes and another full diagnostic was done to make sure there were no other possible issues.  They cleaned up after themselves very neatly.  They also replaced the light switch with a dimmer switch at no extra cost!  Well within my budget, and came in even lower than their original (FREE) estimate!  I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the Bergen County area.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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4.3(
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Serving Strong, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin is very thorough and professional. He took pictures of my skylight showing exactly what the problem was and fixed it the very next day in the midst of a snow shower. Additionally, he was prompt, very reassuring and his pricing is extremely fair. His communication was excellent and in today's world that is very hard to come by. It was a a very rewarding experience to work with someone who knows what they are doing, does it well, stands by their work and shows up on time. I will definitely hire him again and refer him to my fellow retired friends. Marysue in Portland, Maine"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Tanner Homes, Inc.
3.2(
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Serving Strong, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tanner Homes installed our new kitchen cabinets and reinstalled some existing cabinets along with crown molding for all the upper cabinets. They took the necessary steps to tie them altogether seamlessly in perfect alignment. They also removed two small windows and installed three large windows facing the water that changed the entire feel of our lakehouse. Their window work also included trim and siding replacement . A SUPERB job!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can build a pool deck yourself, but it takes precision, a lot of time, and many specific tools. You’ll need to create a deck plan, be careful with measurements, cut each piece of wood, secure the pieces properly, and ensure the deck meets building codes. Building a deck around a pool is a rewarding DIY, but it’s time- and labor-intensive, so thoughtfully consider your abilities and the time you have before embarking on this DIY.

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

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.

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.

For a 12x20-foot (240-square-foot) deck, you can expect to pay between $7,200 and $14,400. This cost is based on a general price of $30 to $60 per square foot. The final price will depend on factors such as the decking material, design complexity, deck type, location, and local labor costs. Keep in mind that add-ons will increase the total; for example, adding an under-deck drainage system to a deck of this size could cost an additional $7,700.

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