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Built to Last Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Merrill, 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."
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10' X 16' deck
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10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Cliff Aldrich Repair
4.8(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had deck power washed and sealed, very excellent work, great to work with and will definitely call again, the deck looks amazing!!"
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+11

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Central Michigan Power Wash
4.9(
14
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Good job at a reasonable price. Also washed the deck of my porch for no extra money."
Concrete pad
Oxidation removal
Roof cleaning
Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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McMillen Residential Services
New to Angi

Serving Merrill, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lakes Professional Painting Co
4.1(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went very well.  It was easy to schedule the appointment and they arrived exactly as scheduled.  Professional, courteous, friendly group.  Deck looks great!
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Folk Art Cabinets
Prince Mural Bebe 2012
Simulations 1
Tuscan
Window Mural-Stahl 2013

+2

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Hank's Painting & handyman service
4.9(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob and his crew did a fantastic job of thorough prep work and were careful to cover everything. Paint looks great, and I am pleased"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jezak Property Management LLC
4.4(
19
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Part of my wood fence collapsed after a storm. Jeff was super respectful of my time and was able to come look at the damage the same day and give me an estimate. Very respectful of my team and him and his team did good work. Would definitely hire again for any surprise projects that come up."
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

For the best results, stay off of your deck for at least 48 hours after sealing it. Giving the sealant at least two full days to cure ensures it can fully penetrate the wood, giving you the most protection from sun and weather damage later on. Walking on the deck too soon can prevent it from properly curing and cause your deck to weather prematurely.

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

Be careful when choosing a product to help you remove ice from your wood deck. Never use sand, gravel, or salt, since these items can damage and scratch the wood. Instead, look for chemical de-icers that are marked as safe for wood decks or use hot water to melt snow and ice.

Materials for a second-story deck must be weather- and rot-resistant, though the specific choices will largely be determined by your budget and style preference. Pressure-treated wood is on the lower end of the price scale, but it can be customized and stained the way you like it. Composite, on the other hand, is pricier for installation and has fewer options for customization, but you’ll save money and time in the long run because it requires little maintenance.

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