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B & L Painting and Flooring
5.0(
7
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contractor was extremely knowledgeable and confident in the project. Was able to give expert advice. I hired them for a refinishing/staining job for my cabin. Would recommend these guys for any commercial or residential job."
The Elks Lodge
The Elks Lodge
Home Flip
Airbnb basement
Painting - Exterior Project

+5

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Keith Brubaker Contracting
5.0(
1
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Max Brubaker to sand and stain our large deck and front porch. We had other bidders but Max so impressed us with his professionalism, knowledge, and friendliness, we hired him on the spot. Max is thorough, worked hard for long days and regularly checked in to make sure we knew the next step and to answer questions. He welcomed feedback and wanted us to be satisfied. Max is a young man who takes pride in quality work. Our finished deck is gorgeous! Max Brubaker will not disappoint you. Highly recommend"
Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pinnacle Peak Builders WI & MN LLP
3.7(
12
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I honestly can’t say enough good things about this company. I saw their information on the local neighborhood website and contacted. They were there in three days to do the estimate and were there doing the job in a week. It was sweltering heat and bad smoke from the Canadian wildfires but they were out there working and doing a great job. So happy I found them and will definitely use them again the next time I have a project."
 Porch Enclosure
Window Replacement
Window Replacement
 Bathroom Remodel
 Bathroom Remodel

+40

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Decks Unlimited, LLC
3.9(
31
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Serving Duluth, 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
Before Pictures
New Composite Deck

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Marshall Handyman Services
4.1(
51
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All around, Marshall Handyman Services did a fine job with our fence. They were the least expensive out of all of the bids we received, and provided quality in service. One year later, the fence functions well and looks great."
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+19

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Facility Maintenance, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had the pleasure of working with this company for 15+ years in a commercial setting to perform all kinds of carpentry and remodel work. They were always on time, on budget and provided class A workmanship."
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Wolters Kluwer
Wolters Kluwer
Saginaw, MN New House

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steven's Handyman
5.0(
5
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Serving Duluth, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Steve is a hard working person. Who made our bathroom level again. He is fair, honest and trustworthy. He took photographs, because it's a crawl space and kept us informed through out the process. I would hire him in a minute should we have another job come up!!!! Thank you Steve!!!!!"
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right
Service Done Right

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge softwoods.

Be careful when choosing a product to help you remove ice from your wood deck. Never use sand, gravel, or salt, since these items can damage and scratch the wood. Instead, look for chemical de-icers that are marked as safe for wood decks or use hot water to melt snow and ice.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

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