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C & C Home Repairs
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Serving Sturgis, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an amazing job, communicated very well, showed up on time and delivered an excellent finished product. I have worked with many trades in the past and would highly recommend"
Simple and Effective!
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Home Team Handyman and Remodeling
New to Angi

Serving Sturgis, MI and surrounding areas

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Reliable, skilled, and detail-focused handyman services you can trust. We handle everything from repairs and maintenance to installations and upgrades — done right the first time. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger home project, we take pride in clean work, honest pricing, and treating your home with care. Quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and results that last — that’s our promise.

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Washed Away
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Serving Sturgis, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ty did an exceptional job power washing the exterior of my home. He was thorough but also efficient on time. Would highly recommend!"
Back Deck Wash!
Vinyl Fencing
Vinyl Fencing
Home Wash
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

PVC decking tends to be cooler than composite because the material is less dense and absorbs less heat. However, it depends on the deck’s color. A dark-colored PVC deck may run hotter than a light-colored composite deck. If you’re concerned about your deck getting too hot, it’s best to stick to a light color such as beige or gray.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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