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Avatar for Four Seasons Painting & Drywall
Four Seasons Painting & Drywall
4.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Four Seasons Painting did an amazing job replacing wood and painting the exterior of our house. Chris and his crew were friendly, fast, and very knowledgeable in helping us pick out the right color scheme. I highly recommend this company for any of your painting needs."
Interior Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+5

Response time3 days
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Built to Last Construction, LLC
Built to Last Construction, LLC
4.5(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

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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
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Donohue-Does it Painting & Home Care
Donohue-Does it Painting & Home Care
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

"Joshua was very professional, work was clean, neat and amazing. Joshua removed the carpet,refinished the hardwood floors in our front room, painted the whole room, widened the entrance to our kitchen and installed new kitchen counter tops. I would rehire his company anytime."
Interior
Interior
Interior
Interior
Interior

+16

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DNY Home Services
DNY Home Services
4.3(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"David hung up 3 TVs for me, hid all the wiring, and did an awesome job. Found out that he literally can do everything. Can't wait for him to finish my deck. It's super hard to find reliable people, I'm glad I finally found somebody I can trust to get the job done."
Laundry Rm Floor install
Laundry Rm Floor install
Laundry Rm Floor install
Laundry Rm Floor install
Laundry Rm Floor install

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
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Avatar for Frank's Painting
Frank's Painting
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Arrived on time, covered all furniture and cabinets. Patched walls where necessary, excellent clean up. Very friendly. Went out of his way to ensure we were pleased with his work. I would hire him again"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for In and Out Floors, LLC
In and Out Floors, LLC
3.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Waterford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely pleased we chose In and Out Floors to update our floors throughout our entire house. We are happy with the service, easy communication, the product choices and installation. Highly recommend them!!!!!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface 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 essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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.

It is recommended to clean your deck once or twice a year to prevent the accumulation of dirt, debris, mold, and mildew. The ideal times for cleaning are in the spring and fall. A spring cleaning removes grime that has built up over the winter, preparing your deck for summer use. A fall cleaning washes away messes from summer activities, preventing them from setting into the wood over the winter. The exact frequency can depend on factors such as how often the deck is used, its exposure to pollen, and whether salt was used on it during the winter. Regular cleaning helps protect the wood and its finish from damage.

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

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