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Avatar for Greater Lansing Paint Company LLC
Greater Lansing Paint Company LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect, excellent quality paint job. Perfect line where accent wall meets connecting textured walls, timely - Ryan takes pride in his work. They will refinish my deck this year, they did it 5 years ago and I am amazed at how well their job/deck stain lasted. Highly recommend them for paint or decks"
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Response time2 days
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Jr's Home Renovations & Landscaping
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jaime and his crew did an excellent job in cleaning and staining my massive deck. They were very easy to work with and reasonably priced. I will use JRS again for any future home improvement needs."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
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Painter1 of Mid-Michigan
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Worked well. Friendly, did nice job."
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Response time30 mins
Response rate97%
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KOFL LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes! Dave was great! He not only painted but installed a new sink , fixed my lights on the deck, in the kitchen as well as several other repairs on my list. Dependable, reliable service! He is awesome! Definitely will contact him again. I’m already making a list!"
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Select Cut Tree Service
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys worked their butts off, in the rain! They removed a 50ft tree and cleaned up as if they were never here! Friendly and accommodating. Thank you!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenfield Contracting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"The guys at Greenfield did an amazing job on my deck, I absolutely love how it looks when. Great craftsmanship, very polite and professional. Will call them again for any of my handyman needs."
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Great superior painting LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired this contractor after our original contractor completely failed to perform the restoration of our deck and repainting as hired. Kris came out and quoted the work and then went above and beyond to ensure the work got done on time. When we found more wood replacement than originally expected was necessary he got that handled quickly as well. All around great experience."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
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Deck Maintenance 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.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

Decks are generally more expensive to build because they require elevating and railings. The difference between decks and patios is that decks are elevated, while patios are usually on the ground level. Plus, decks are usually made of wood and need more maintenance than most patios. However, decks and patios serve the same purpose, providing outdoor space for you to enjoy.

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. 

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

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