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TRU NORTH POWER WASHING L.L.C.

3595 ANN ARBOR RD
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TRU NORTH POWER WASHING L.L.C.

3595 ANN ARBOR RD
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
41 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

It can be a daunting task looking for only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"fabulous company. I highly recommend them. very courteous and professional. Kris did a wonderful job on my house and porch. "

Sally B on September 2025

It can be a daunting task looking for only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"fabulous company. I highly recommend them. very courteous and professional. Kris did a wonderful job on my house and porch. "

Sally B on September 2025


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Quality Carpentry Works

207 Forestville Dr
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Quality Carpentry Works

207 Forestville Dr
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2 years of experience

Licensed and insured carpenter with 8 years of experience! No job is too big or too small!! Our services are: - New Builds - Garages/Pole Barns - Framing - Siding - Decks - Doors/Windows - Flooring - Finish Work Call, text or email for a FREE quote!

Licensed and insured carpenter with 8 years of experience! No job is too big or too small!! Our services are: - New Builds - Garages/Pole Barns - Framing - Siding - Decks - Doors/Windows - Flooring - Finish Work Call, text or email for a FREE quote!


Martindale Quality Maintenance

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Martindale Quality Maintenance

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Nothing to big or to small to be fixed or built. We build decks, cabinets, custom tables and buildings. We do home repairs, plumbing, flooring, drywall, painting, landscaping and so much more!

Nothing to big or to small to be fixed or built. We build decks, cabinets, custom tables and buildings. We do home repairs, plumbing, flooring, drywall, painting, landscaping and so much more!


Jk builders

17220 State St
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Jk builders

17220 State St
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JK Builders specialize in new construction and remodel. 20 years experience. We do a wide range of work including ~New construction ~Remodel ~Window&Door ~Paint (Interior&Exterior) ~Plumbing ~ Electrical ~Heating. ~Decks ~Roofing ~Drywall (Rough&Finish) ~Title ~Flooring

JK Builders specialize in new construction and remodel. 20 years experience. We do a wide range of work including ~New construction ~Remodel ~Window&Door ~Paint (Interior&Exterior) ~Plumbing ~ Electrical ~Heating. ~Decks ~Roofing ~Drywall (Rough&Finish) ~Title ~Flooring


Empire Painting Professionals

2298 Grouse Dr
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Empire Painting Professionals

2298 Grouse Dr
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Bravo Painting covers all your painting needs: -Indoor/outdoor -Cabinets -Staining -Furniture refinishing -Deck staining and refinishing -House and deck power washing -floor refinishing We strive for the highest quality and durability on all projects. An airless sprayer is used for all trim and door to create a superior finish. As owner i have 13 yrs in the field and very capable employees at my disposal. We look foreword to helping you complete your next paint project to its fullest potential!

Bravo Painting covers all your painting needs: -Indoor/outdoor -Cabinets -Staining -Furniture refinishing -Deck staining and refinishing -House and deck power washing -floor refinishing We strive for the highest quality and durability on all projects. An airless sprayer is used for all trim and door to create a superior finish. As owner i have 13 yrs in the field and very capable employees at my disposal. We look foreword to helping you complete your next paint project to its fullest potential!


Uncle Jed's Hardwood Floors LLC

18482 Lake Montcalm Rd
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Uncle Jed's Hardwood Floors LLC

18482 Lake Montcalm Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Uncle Jeds Hardwood finishes offer the ultimate in durability and protection while enhancing the beauty of the floor. Ensured Trained and Trusted, Certified Craftsman is required to be insured to make sure every floor is done right every time. Keys of success: Attention to detail- every Floor worked on will be done to precise, caring standards 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed- Every customer will be happy with the work Business Efficiency- All processes and activities in the business will be analyzed and determined if the most efficient process is being used. Hardwood Flooring Installation and refinishing. *Add beauty and elegance to every room*

Uncle Jeds Hardwood finishes offer the ultimate in durability and protection while enhancing the beauty of the floor. Ensured Trained and Trusted, Certified Craftsman is required to be insured to make sure every floor is done right every time. Keys of success: Attention to detail- every Floor worked on will be done to precise, caring standards 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed- Every customer will be happy with the work Business Efficiency- All processes and activities in the business will be analyzed and determined if the most efficient process is being used. Hardwood Flooring Installation and refinishing. *Add beauty and elegance to every room*


Renewit Group

7472 Crump Rd
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Renewit Group

7472 Crump Rd
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Renewit Group our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our commitment to quality is evident from the beginning to the completion of your project. . We're here to serve you with the knowledge and quality you deserve and expect.

At Renewit Group our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our commitment to quality is evident from the beginning to the completion of your project. . We're here to serve you with the knowledge and quality you deserve and expect.


Mark Gugle Residential Builder

208 E Cherry St
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Mark Gugle Residential Builder

208 E Cherry St
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10 years of experience

My business offers most all of your residential needs, with courteous, friendly, professional service. I have over 20 years of experience in the field as a sub-contractor. Now as a business owner, I look forward to continuing to offer the same quality services I have over the past years.

My business offers most all of your residential needs, with courteous, friendly, professional service. I have over 20 years of experience in the field as a sub-contractor. Now as a business owner, I look forward to continuing to offer the same quality services I have over the past years.



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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.

Typically, most residential wooden decks are designed to support approximately 40 pounds per square foot, including the deck’s weight and any items placed on it. While this is fine for typical use, it is usually not enough to hold the weight of a hot tub filled with water and people. To safely support a hot tub, your wood deck will likely require reinforcement. Therefore, it’s best to have a contractor or a structural engineer assess it before hot tub installation.

There are several methods of supporting a balcony. Very small balconies, such as Juliet balconies that don't include any usable floor space and don't need to support human weight, may simply require supporting bolts drilled into the home's structure. Cantilevering is a method that requires no additional exterior supports, and larger balconies typically need posts and footings to carry the weight from below.

Lattice should not touch the ground, as it creates a possibility for rot and a termite infestation. It’s best to leave a gap of 3 or 4 inches at the bottom for airflow and to keep the wood dry. You can add stones, bricks, or other decorative pieces to conceal the bottom of the lattice if desired.

No, you don’t need a permit to repair and replace a few boards on an existing deck. However, if you’re making structural changes to the deck or tearing down the old one and building a new one, you will likely need a permit. Check with your local municipality for the regulations and rules in your area, or ask a local contractor who builds decks for advice.

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