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Mattison Home Improvement
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Licking, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Licking, 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

+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RJ Decorators
4.6(
6
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Licking, 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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Wood Grain & Stain
5.0(
4
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Licking, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My experience with Mr Pennell was extremely good throughout the job of cleaning and staining my deck. He was always easy to get in touch with and all communications were clear and acted on exactly as discussed. The job was completed on schedule and with excellent attention to detail. I was very satisfied and happy with the completed job and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone."
Coffee table and end tables
5 ft. chain link fence
Rustic American Flag
Coffee Tables
Prepping for fence install

+54

Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

For the best results, stay off of your deck for at least 48 hours after sealing it. Giving the sealant at least two full days to cure ensures it can fully penetrate the wood, giving you the most protection from sun and weather damage later on. Walking on the deck too soon can prevent it from properly curing and cause your deck to weather prematurely.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

Hangers are one way of attaching stair stringers to a deck. These metal hangers are usually adjustable, allowing you to find the ideal angle for a secure installation. They’re the best choice for installing longer staircases, such as one on a two-story deck, to reduce the load on the deck frame while keeping the stairs stable.

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