Top-rated deck maintenance specialists.

Get matched with top deck maintenance specialists in Lake Orion, MI

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your deck maintenance project in Lake Orion, MI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Deck maintenance specialists in Lake Orion

Avatar for Built to Last Construction, LLC
Built to Last Construction, LLC
4.5(
15
)
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Orion, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Built to Last Construction was recommended to my husband and me by his brother. They remodeled my bother-in law's kitchen and built him a beautiful deck, which is featured on their website at https://www.b2lconstruction.com. We hired them to remodel our kitchen. It turned out beautiful. Tom even built pull out drawers for my cupboard panty and added a heat vent along the floor. The extra time and detail they took to get it just right was amazing. I recommended them to a friend who is keeping them busy with projects at her home. My friend recommended them to someone else who has had a hard time finding someone to update her deck. She will not be disappointed."
start
10' X 16' deck
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for In and Out Floors, LLC
In and Out Floors, LLC
3.6(
267
)
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Orion, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aaron is a great rep, showing the products and prices, terrific on both. Easy terms financing. Set the installation for the next week. Kristoffer did beautiful work with the luxury vinyl tiles we chose. He came to our home at the promised time. He listen to our questions and answered all of them. Very experienced and very clean with every aspect. Excellent products material and trim finishes. Outstanding. I recommend this company for all of the flooring needs you have. Everything exactly as promised at writing our deal. No surprise costs. None as good as In and Out Floors."
hall
Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
433 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LMB Landscaping & Construction Company
LMB Landscaping & Construction Company
3.5(
46
)
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Orion, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Though they had a wonderful personality, the work was not completed because they would not come back once paid. We now have to hire someone else to replace the gates, which we told them they were bowed and needed repair. This was only 2-3 weeks after installation. He always promised to come, but no show. Now we need a whole new gate which will set us back $800 for the big gate and another $300 for the smaller gate."
Untitled Gallery 3
Untitled Gallery 3
Untitled Gallery 3
Untitled Gallery 3
Untitled Gallery 3

+9

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for American Handi Services
American Handi Services
3.9(
8
)
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Orion, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really appreciate in a company that shows comparison and care. Veronica went above and beyond make this experience great. Also, the TV was mounted with great precision, and care. Would definitely recommend."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 161
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.

Although composite decking is extremely durable, it’s also susceptible to extreme heat. Prolonged exposure to sunlight can cause fading, warping, and cracking. Composite also retains heat more than wood, which makes it dangerous to walk on in the summer. You can help prevent heat damage by only building with composite in shaded areas or using rugs to cover the hottest spots.

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

The Lake Orion, MI homeowners’ guide to deck maintenance services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.