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Mattison Home Improvement
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Serving Houston, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job staining my fence and deck. Professional, friendly and very reasonable on his price. I will certainly have him back for some other jobs in the spring. I would definitely recommend him."
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Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Preston's Painting & Staining
5.0(
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Serving Houston, 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
RJ Decorators
4.6(
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Serving Houston, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Home Adviser should let the company know that I wanted them to do the work when they came out. They were not prepared totally to power wash my house. They did have their power washer but did not have any chemicals to clean with. If I was suppose to supply the chemicals I should have been informed ahead of time. They did an excellent job cleaning my siding."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Busy Bee Cleaning
5.0(
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Serving Houston, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have had her clean my house a few times. Always consistently on time. Which is why i will always have her back to clean my house. She really does a great job."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Creative Home Designs 1
5.0(
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Serving Houston, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim has done an outstanding top notch job on our 100 year old house that he installed 9 custom windows, Jim did the window trim in and out We very highly recommend Creative Home Designs 1 / Jim Dougherty for your homes needs! D Williams."
Dollar Tree Repaint
Bathroom finished With Quality Products
Water Damage replacement of drywall, Prime,Paint
Water Damage to bathroom wall
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

No, termites do not eat Trex or any other composite decking brand. Termites eat cellulose, of which composite decking like Trex contains very little compared to natural wood. This feature can help justify the higher Trex decking costs if you live in an area with abundant termites.

Pressure-treated decks last 15 to 20 years on average, but with proper maintenance, you could get 40 to 50 years of value from yours. Reseal your deck every one to two years, and replace old or rotted wood as soon as possible to avoid structural damage. Where you live plays a role in the lifespan of your deck. Intense sunlight, rainfall, wind, and hail can reduce the deck’s lifespan.

Decks require several inspections during and after the building process, but the specifics vary depending on where you live. Most areas mandate that decks comply with local building codes and safety regulations for the foundation, framing, and structure. Some pros recommend a footing inspection, which verifies the depth, width, and location of the various footings to ensure they offer enough foundational support.

As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:

  • Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings. 

  • Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard. 

  • Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety. 

  • Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.

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