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Andrizo Builders, LLC
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Excellent and meticulous. The owner is a very hard working young man. He is honest. The work was done on time and itâ s beautiful. He built a tree deck on our lake cottage. Definitely a great choice in builders. The pricing was very fair."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McMillen Residential Services
New to Angi

Serving Big Rapids, 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
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Preferred Power Wash, LLC
3.8(
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

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"The 3 story condo project that Preferred completed was done efficiently and professionally. I had the pleasure of meeting each associate during the project and all were courteous and professional. The quality of work was outstanding. Added value to the project for us included some deck cleaning and power washing of exterior spiral staircases. Kudos Todd to you and your staff."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Property Services of Michigan
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Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"He gave me a quote and did exactly what he said he was going to do. He was clear about to procedure and what he needed to do. It was nice and clean after the service, I didn't have to do any touch ups or clean ups. I was so happy with the results, I hired him to complete resurface my driveway."
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Deck Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor 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 crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Whether you need a permit depends on the deck design and local regulations. Most areas mandate a building permit if the deck is over a specific height or if it's attached to a pre-existing structure. Shorter, freestanding decks may not require a permit, but you should check with local zoning ordinances and your homeowners association for specifics.

Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don’t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could build a floating deck in another part of your yard—again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.

Building a deck is often worth the investment, not only because it provides more utility to your yard and gives you more space to entertain but also because decks tend to add value to your home. Keep in mind that second-story decks often require concrete footings, which means they will bump up your property taxes, while decks built on the first story generally don’t require a permanent foundation and won’t affect your taxes. Even with the tax increase, decks are usually a good investment in the long run.

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

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