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AAA Homecare
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Serving Watervliet, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randy was great to work with and did a great job of painting our house and deck and replacing toilets and faucets. Randy has a great work ethic, is very responsive. I recommend Randy for house projects."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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DNR Powerwashing
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Serving Watervliet, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They came the day we called them and gave a quote. They were here the next day bight and early and had the entire job finished in a day and a half. I would highly recommend them. They very professional and kept everything clean. I will definitely use them again. Extremely happy!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Elite Home Solution & Management
New to Angi

Serving Watervliet, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

\n\n? Short Description\nElite Home Solution & Management is a trusted provider of top-quality home improvement, maintenance, and property management services. We specialize in creating organized, well-maintained, and beautifully managed homes?offering tailored solutions that meet every client?s unique needs. Reliability, quality, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. We also offer residential and rental cleaning services, very reliable, detailed oriented cleaners that strive to make your rental shine so the quests keep coming back. \n\n? Detailed Professional Description\nAt Elite Home Solution & Management, we are dedicated to simplifying homeownership through comprehensive property care.

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

To prepare a deck for a hot tub, start by thinking about safe and easy access in and out of the tub. Homeowners should plan for steps or consider built-in seating, a level surface around the perimeter, and a clear, slip-resistant path from the house. A hot tub requires sufficient space around it for comfortable entry and exit, ensuring no awkward squeezing or stepping over high edges. Good lighting and handrails can also make a big difference, especially for nighttime use.

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.

No, it isn’t necessary to skirt a deck, but investing in the cost to install deck skirting can bring more value to your home. Not only does deck skirting make the deck look more complete, but it can also turn otherwise unused space beneath the deck into useful storage space.

Yes, you can attach a deck to a mobile home, but it’s important that the work be done correctly to avoid the potential for major damage to your home. Many building codes require that any additions to mobile homes—including decks—be either freestanding or have their own support structures. Getting permits may require submitting the home's original floor plan, the proposed floor plan, framing details, and more. 

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.

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