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C & C Home Repairs
4.7(
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Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very pleased with the fence. Great work ethic. Finished the job even with the rain. I have plans to hire them again to do our deck."
Simple and Effective!
Bathroom Space
Outdated and Ready for the Show!
Office Space
Move in Ready!

+21

Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Washed Away
5.0(
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Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ty did an exceptional job power washing the exterior of my home. He was thorough but also efficient on time. Would highly recommend!"
Back Deck Wash!
Vinyl Fencing
Vinyl Fencing
Home Wash
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
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TruePro Home Painters
4.8(
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Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very happy with the worked performed on my deck. The steps and rail that were built were sturdy and made it through the first Michigan winter with no issues."
Painting
Painting
Staining
Staining
Staining

+38

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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McMillen Residential Services
New to Angi

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

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McMillen Residential Services is a 3 division company. We offer concrete solutions and new construction along with patios and walk ways, Landscaping from mulch and rock beds, weeds ,seeding,hardscape and softscape. Lastly we provide full remodels and individual, flooring and drywall all the way to tile and framing, with 70 years of experience within our team we are your best option for project needs.

Brand new driveway
Full back patio
Stamped driveway 2024
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Great superior painting LLC
4.5(
70
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Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris is a hard worker! Shows up on time! Great communicator and kept us up to date on what he was doing! Very professional worker! Highly Recommend!"
Tecumshe exterior.
Tecumseh restetation next.
Tecumsheh resteration.
Tecumseh restoration
Techumshe deck/ porch

+47

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

Expect to spend around $10,000 to $11,000 to replace a 20-by-20-foot deck. Using high-end materials like composite or exotic hardwoods can drive up the cost, as can custom features and design elements. You can also expect to pay more than average if your deck replacement requires a site evaluation or if you need the work done during the busy season.

Generally, a patio is more accessible than a standard deck because patios are constructed at ground level. However, decks can be made accessible by adding a wheelchair-accessible ramp, a vertical lift, or a stair lift along the entry. An ADA-compliant deck ramp costs about $3,000 on average. The additional investment will provide a much friendlier experience for your guests with movement impairments.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

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