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Preston's Painting & Staining
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Preston and Heidi did a fantastic job painting for us. We hired them to paint our babyâ s nursery and it turned out beautifully. They were both very respectful of our time and our home and the job was finished right on time. Highly recommend!"
Whitewash vaulted ceiling
Beginning whitewash
Single/double coat contrast
Pre-touch up phase whitewash
Finishing second story whitewash

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PaintWorkx
4.8(
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Serving Gainesville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Always on time. Finished early. They was very nice and I would definitely hire them again. They did exactly what I wanted and it looked amazing! I have zero complaints. I will definitely be recommending them!"
Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W&W Home Services & Repair LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"1st job was to closely inspect the entire outside of our home for any possible exterior entry of pest into our home; the second job was as follows: 1. Wash and clean the metal roof of our home and carport. 2. Replace and Repair a wooden step going down into the lower yard, 3. Completely remove, replace and re-paint the wood siding on one side of our in storage shed - this included the removal and replacement of windows; and 4. Remove and replace old metal gutter guards with new tight fitting multi-polymer gutter guards. All materials for this work were brought onsite by W & W and matched up perfectly for the job(s) ."
Response time11 hrs
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Homeowners should build their floating decks at least 18 inches off the ground. Having it at this height will allow for better airflow underneath and help prevent moisture-related problems like warping or rot. That being said, local guidelines for deck heights may vary depending on where you live.

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. 

Composite decking is the best material for individuals living with disabilities who want to age in place. The material is anti-slip, which increases safety throughout the year. It’s also highly durable and requires minimal maintenance, so it doesn’t add another item to the individual’s to-do list. It’s also a good option for improving wheelchair accessibility at home, as it can easily manage a wheelchair ramp.

It depends on the type of wood. The average cost to build a deck out of pressure-treated lumber is $15 to $25 per square foot, but more affordable varieties such as bamboo and cedar cost less at around $3 to $10 per square foot. However, when comparing the cost of vinyl decking versus wood decking, it’s important to also consider ongoing maintenance costs. For example, most woods require regular sealing to keep them protected against weather and rot.

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