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Central Minnesota Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"they created a beautiful area for my chickens. the landscaping was incredible, the quality of the coop is outstanding. their prompt, respectful, hard-working, & very time-efficient. would highly recommend these guys to anybody i know! they are 110% worth it!"
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Response time2 days
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Decks Unlimited, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Backus, 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."
New Cedar Deck Build
New cedar deck Build.
Ugly Deck Refinish
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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 Backus, 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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JLP Unlimited LLC
4.5(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Jared and Paula couldn’t have went any better and I love my new kitchen! They were on time, communicated daily even when I had a ton of questions choosing a color. I am so impressed with the quality and durability of my cabinets. They even painted my kitchen for free! I will definitely use them again in the near future!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Handyspence
4.4(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tyrone was great to work with really listened to our needs. We will be hiring him again. We added a large deal and screened in porch on our cabin."
Decks
Azek composite decking
Decks
Lakeshore deck
Before Azek Decking

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
BDE Deck Restoration LLC
New to Angi

Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

At BDE Deck Restoration LLC we pride our ourselves in quality, value, and service! We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\nWhen you contact us, you'll be given the exceptional customer service you deserve, including free quotes, up-front pricing, and no hidden fees. These benefits are provided to our clients in order to show that our company genuinely cares about customer satisfaction. Give us a call today to schedule your free estimate!

Response time30 mins
PBR Painting Plus Home Improvement
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul is reliable and shows up when he says he will and sticks with a project until completed. He has completed several projects including hanging drywall, repair of a lath and plaster wall, interior painting, trim work, installing bi-fold doors, hanging an exterior door, power washing and staining a deck. He is easy to work with and takes on unforeseen challenges with patience and a smile. Paul always takes the time and effort to make sure each job is done right and cleans up when finished."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
A-1 Handyman Service
5.0(
3
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Offers commercial services

A-1 Handyman Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

Yes, deck footings typically require an inspection before laying down concrete. While not all local building codes require footing inspection, proper placement ensures a safe and structurally sound deck. An inspector will verify that the deck can adequately hold what you put on top of it., and that the footings have been dug to the correct dimensions.

Deck boards should be spaced no more than three-eighths of an inch apart. This is enough space to allow water and small debris to pass through without collecting on the surface, but not enough to create a tripping hazard. Certain materials, like pressure-treated wood, shrink over time, so they may need less space at installation.

Pressure-treated decking may be worth it if you want a natural, insect- and rot-resistant decking material that will last for decades with proper maintenance. As such, it’s a much better option than untreated pine. Alternative wood decking materials like cedar and redwood tend to be less durable and more expensive. Some homeowners prefer composite decking, which is a low-maintenance alternative to wood but is also more costly.

The best material for your deck depends on several factors, including your budget, location, aesthetic preferences, and the level of maintenance you’re willing to do. Wood decking, like redwood, ipe, cedar, and pine, lasts the longest, but it’s more expensive and requires more upkeep than composite and synthetic decking.

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