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Davis Painting and Home Repair
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Serving Tupelo, MS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Billy and his workers are courteous and kind. They worked several days and did much needed repairs to my 74 year old house. They replaced supporting beams under my house, pressure washed my deck, carport, walks, and painted the deck. Billy came back today and did "finishing" work on wood lattice surround on the deck at no charge. The kind of people I would welcome into my home! I fed them lunch on the days they were here working and sent Billy home today with some fresh picked blueberries. Amazing work for a fair price."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
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Built Better Construction, LLC
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Serving Tupelo, MS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had an old wooden fence removed and a new one put in its place. It was done on time. Beautiful job. Great to work with and will DEFINITELY be using them again!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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S and S landscaping
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Serving Tupelo, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"MJ has done multiple jobs in my home, installing a dishwasher being one of the many! He was very professional and cleaned up behind himself. Very personable and does a great job for a great price. I would recommend KHR Construction to anyone for all your home repair needs or even landscaping!"
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Wilson Alexander's Restoration and Repair LLC
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Serving Tupelo, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"At the outset, Alex showed up to offer an estimate and go over what needed done for our deck repair project the day after our initial communication. Then, he and a partner completed the work later that same week. Throughout, they were total pros and did high quality work and cleanup in a timely manner. Alex even took time to answer other questions related to our deck upkeep. Highly recommend!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

While you can use various materials like sand or even just soil, gravel is widely considered the best option to put under a deck. It provides excellent drainage and is resistant to water, fire, and pests. Gravel also helps anchor the soil to prevent erosion during heavy rain and acts as a built-in weed blocker, reducing regular upkeep. Furthermore, it is simple to spread, available in various textures and tones, and adds a polished look that complements any deck design.

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.

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

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