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Decks Unlimited, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After doing my research, I landed on Decks Unlimited. They completed the on budget and ahead of schedule. I could not be more pleased with the work and would highly recommend them."
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New Composite Deck

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Garden Structures & More
4.6(
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Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It's true: working with Hal is not like working with other contractors. With Hal, you are developing a relationship, not fulfilling the terms of a contract. For some that might be more than they want out of a contractor. For me, it was exactly what I needed. Example: I was talking with Hal about another matter when we both happened to notice some rotting boards on our deck. I thought it was unsightly, but nothing serious. Hal persuaded me that, without immediate attention, the rot would spread to the joists underneath, and what was a small problem now would be a big problem later. He replaced the deck boards on time and for the price he quoted. I can now rest assured I won't be plunging through the deck this summer. Along the way, Hal fixed some off-kilter gates in our yard, and also consulted with me about some stains on our stucco (thus managing to solve a problem that had stumped several other contractors). He's always on the end of the line when I have a home repair question. He's been there for me for some five years now. There's plenty of quality workers out there, but not many who will listen as well, contribute as much, and return as often as Hal Morris."
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+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Matthew Moss Painting
3.7(
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Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Interior painting, exterior painting, Log Cabin Staining sheetrock repair, carpentry work, staining, concrete painting, handyman work, pressure washing, corn cobb and walnut shell blasting, cedar roof cleaning and stain & wood floor re-finishing. Additional phone number - (218) 851-4078

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+24

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Good To Go Pressure Washing LLC
New to Angi

Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Focusing on providing a timely and quality service for businesses and residential. Uses greenlife products to make sure he is also protecting the environment. Works Monday through Friday and on the weekends to accommodate your schedule Family owned and operated.

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Haberer Handywoman Service
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Haberer Handywoman Service! If you can imagine it we can do it! Haberer Handywoman Service is focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As an expert in the field, Deanna has over 15 years of experience under her belt and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction her top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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+18

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Rot loves moisture, so deck rot typically impacts the parts of a board that stay wet. This includes the underside of boards, in addition to support posts and joists. However, any part of a board can rot, given the right conditions. 

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Yes, Ipe wood is a popular high-end choice for pool decking. It repels water and is naturally slip-resistant. It's not susceptible to mold, mildew, or rot, either, so it lasts longer and is cleaner and more hygienic than other popular decking materials. However, remember that due to its status, it is a very high-cost wood, and you might find that an alternative would serve you just as well for significantly less.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

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