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T&L Services Group
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Serving Butler, MO and surrounding areas

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T&L Services provides practical, dependable help for homeowners, property owners, landlords, contractors, and small businesses. From cleanouts and removal work to handyman projects, day labor, and construction, we are ready to step in and help keep the work moving.\n\nWhether you need an extra set of hands, help finishing a project, or someone to take care of the work you do not have time to handle, T&L Services is built to work.

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DENfm, LLC
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Serving Butler, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

DENfm, LLC is your full service facility maintenance professionals. One call to us and we can handle any of your needs. We offer landscaping and lawncare services, custodial services, simple handiman repairs, and minor or major remodeling/additions to your home or office.\n\nOur mission is to provide you, the customer, with quality work at competitive prices. Equally important, is our concept in being the only source you need to turn to for any services you, our customer may need - and our full time professionals have the expertise to do it. Need some landscaping or your lawnmowed, we can do it. Need a deck or fence built or need some painting, roofing or even a whole house remodel- of course we can do it. And our work is warranteed at least 1 year. We also take Master Card or Visa. And by the way, we are licensed and insured for your protection.

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It is recommended to clean your deck once or twice a year to prevent the accumulation of dirt, debris, mold, and mildew. The ideal times for cleaning are in the spring and fall. A spring cleaning removes grime that has built up over the winter, preparing your deck for summer use. A fall cleaning washes away messes from summer activities, preventing them from setting into the wood over the winter. The exact frequency can depend on factors such as how often the deck is used, its exposure to pollen, and whether salt was used on it during the winter. Regular cleaning helps protect the wood and its finish from damage.

Yes, but ensuring the deck has a solid foundation with adequate footings is critical before building, as the weight of a sunroom will put significant pressure on the structure below. Even if your deck is properly constructed, it may not be able to handle the extra weight. While some basic, lightweight, prefabricated sunrooms can sit on a deck with a strong existing foundation without additional supports, in many cases, the foundation and joists will need reinforcement. It is always best to have a structural engineer perform an inspection to evaluate the deck's quality and structural integrity. A professional can help you decide if reinforcement is sufficient or if it's better to tear down the deck and start over.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

You can add a roof to most decks, but you need to have it inspected first. If your deck didn’t come with a roof initially, it may not be able to handle the weight without some structural changes. You can add additional supports to your existing deck to safely add a roof, and tying your deck’s roof to an exterior wall can help add some structural stability, but remember these aren’t DIY projects and need to be left to a pro. 

Whether composite decking is better than wood depends on your priorities, especially regarding budget and maintenance. Composite decking offers superior longevity (30 to 50 years) and durability, and it is low-maintenance, requiring no sanding, staining, or sealing. In contrast, wood decks typically last 10 to 30 years and need refinishing every few years. While the upfront cost of composite is higher than wood, the reduced maintenance can lead to long-term savings. If a lower initial cost is the primary factor, wood is the more affordable choice.

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