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Avatar for Blue Sky Contractors LLC
Blue Sky Contractors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Tyler did an excellent job on replacing the floor boards and railings on my 10 x 20 deck with maintenance free boards and aluminum railings. I am very pleased with how it looks. The board going down the middle of the deck adds a lot. Tyler did the work as if it was his deck he was working on, and that means everything to me. I will tell everyone that I talk about my deck to that he did an awesome job. He gets 10 out of 10 stars. Thank you again, Tyler. I appreciate you."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mid State Painting LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mid State painting LLC stained the wood exterior of our home! They did a fantastic job & it still looks amazing! They also painted the walls in the interior of our home! And sprayed a finish on our cedar walls in 2 of the rooms! They do AMAZING work! Very helpful, polite & professional!! We definitely recommend Mid State Painting LLC!"
Kitchen
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Kitchen update
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Sun room After

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Schleifer's WoodWorks LLC
New to Angi

Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We hold on to one very important word here at Schleifer’s WoodWorks LLC… Integrity. This company is built on it. When we started out on the idea of building “another construction company” we knew we had to be different. Together, Corey and his team have 30+ years in construction and a wealth of knowledge in over 20 trades and specialties. With all of our history living, working, and loving these Twin Cities, we needed to bring out the best in our fields. One of the biggest problems in construction today is the lack of attention to the customer… YOU! We take jobs one by one to ensure we get it done right, the first time. We pride ourselves on our experience and aim to bring “the craft” back to craftsmanship. Let’s get connected.

Handyman Special
New to Angi

Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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DECK REDO LLC
4.3(
15
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

"The project went fine in the end. There was confusion at the beginning with the price quote and what services I wanted done. The stain that was on the deck was difficult to remove and they were not to get off all of it.
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Before and After - Cedar Deck
Finished Rustic/Dark Oak Colored Penetrating Stain
Cedar Deck with Rustic/Cedartone Mixture
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HandyVoy.LLC
5.0(
48
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jonathan and his team have been fantastic. They regularly do maintenance on my rentals, and have been not only done excellent work, but have been stellar at communication, and quick to be there when work is needed. They are courteous to my tenants and myself, and have gone above and beyond on multiple occasions. Can't recommend them enough!!!"
Hopkins
Brooklyn Park
New Brighton
Hopkins
Handyman Services Project

+250

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

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

Floating decks are a cost-effective and versatile option, but they come with some compromises. Since they sit on smaller footings instead of being deeply anchored, they’re more likely to shift over time, especially in areas with heavy rainfall or freeze-thaw conditions. Their low-to-the-ground design makes them more susceptible to moisture buildup and potential water damage.

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.

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

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