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Built Better Construction, LLC

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Built Better Construction, LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I am a locally owned and operated company that has over 5 years of industry experience in all phases of residential construction, in remodels, additions, handyman work and many other areas of home improvements. We enjoy building long lasting relationships with customers based off our quality work.

"On time and very professional, job is awesome and exactly as was discussed prior. Will hire the next time I need anything done."

William S on May 2025

I am a locally owned and operated company that has over 5 years of industry experience in all phases of residential construction, in remodels, additions, handyman work and many other areas of home improvements. We enjoy building long lasting relationships with customers based off our quality work.

"On time and very professional, job is awesome and exactly as was discussed prior. Will hire the next time I need anything done."

William S on May 2025

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Screenmobile of Memphis

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Screenmobile of Memphis

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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2014 Super Service Award winner. We are a mobile screen company. You Call We Screen! Locally owned and operated for 22 years in the Memphis area.

2014 Super Service Award winner. We are a mobile screen company. You Call We Screen! Locally owned and operated for 22 years in the Memphis area.

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Wilson Lawn Care, LLC

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Wilson Lawn Care, LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hello We offer Top Quality & Professional service. We are a Member of The Better Business Bureau and we are fully Insured. My husband has been in the Lawn Care Industry for over 9 years now and we are owner-operator and have references upon request. We take great pride in what we do and enjoy what we do for customers. Give us a call today.

"It took awhile before they could get here because of all the rain, but I am pleased with the work they did. Everything looks great! Will call them in the spring for clean up."

Nora W on November 2020

Hello We offer Top Quality & Professional service. We are a Member of The Better Business Bureau and we are fully Insured. My husband has been in the Lawn Care Industry for over 9 years now and we are owner-operator and have references upon request. We take great pride in what we do and enjoy what we do for customers. Give us a call today.

"It took awhile before they could get here because of all the rain, but I am pleased with the work they did. Everything looks great! Will call them in the spring for clean up."

Nora W on November 2020

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The Old Anvil

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The Old Anvil

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With 10+ years of experience working with Metal you can know that every weld will made with a high level of skill and excellence. We are also Insured and Certified so you can have peace of mind.

"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024

With 10+ years of experience working with Metal you can know that every weld will made with a high level of skill and excellence. We are also Insured and Certified so you can have peace of mind.

"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024

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Matthew's Landscape & Maintenance

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Matthew's Landscape & Maintenance

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We give free estimates. We do Patios, Decks, Fences, Driveways, Sidewalks, Landscape Design, Installation, and Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Irrigation Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Drainage, Excavation, Mulching, Outdoor Entertainment Areas

We give free estimates. We do Patios, Decks, Fences, Driveways, Sidewalks, Landscape Design, Installation, and Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Irrigation Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Drainage, Excavation, Mulching, Outdoor Entertainment Areas

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Estes Roofing & More

4.75(
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Estes Roofing & More

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Estes Roofing and more prides ourselves in Quality work,most roofers are always in a rush causing poor workmanship.Here we don't do that just ask our previous costumers,we have references .I,Jared Estes owner and operator will personally be the one on top of your roof or any job making sure it gets done right.we are the Only certified CertainTeed shingle installer in the area.We are known for how clean we leave you yard/house.If you have any Questions just call .

Estes Roofing and more prides ourselves in Quality work,most roofers are always in a rush causing poor workmanship.Here we don't do that just ask our previous costumers,we have references .I,Jared Estes owner and operator will personally be the one on top of your roof or any job making sure it gets done right.we are the Only certified CertainTeed shingle installer in the area.We are known for how clean we leave you yard/house.If you have any Questions just call .

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Scott Moody Carpentry LLC

4.70(
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Scott Moody Carpentry LLC

4.70(
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Customers say: Terrific value
13 years of experience

We are a small company trying to get established. We believe in quality work. You are only as good as your last job. I believe you will find us more than reasonable with our rates. We provide free estimates

We are a small company trying to get established. We believe in quality work. You are only as good as your last job. I believe you will find us more than reasonable with our rates. We provide free estimates

Douglass Construction

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Douglass Construction

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

On a normal work day I have one employee(more available if needed) that works with me. We like to keep it small to keep the quality of work great. Great service guaranteed from a trustworthy company.

On a normal work day I have one employee(more available if needed) that works with me. We like to keep it small to keep the quality of work great. Great service guaranteed from a trustworthy company.

Ganger Property Management and Contracting

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Ganger Property Management and Contracting

3.75(
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Customers say: Terrific value
17 years of experience

As a licensed contractor, Jeffery Ganger, President of Ganger Property Management, has been serving the repair and remodeling needs of his property management clients for over five years. He’s ready to bring the same professionalism that saves his clients money to your home renovation project. The benefits of working with our company include: • Safety trained and safety conscious • Licensed, Insured and Bonded • One-stop shop with single invoicing

As a licensed contractor, Jeffery Ganger, President of Ganger Property Management, has been serving the repair and remodeling needs of his property management clients for over five years. He’s ready to bring the same professionalism that saves his clients money to your home renovation project. The benefits of working with our company include: • Safety trained and safety conscious • Licensed, Insured and Bonded • One-stop shop with single invoicing

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.

Will pressure-treated wood rot? This wood could eventually suffer from rot, although it takes longer compared to untreated wood. Even though the chemicals applied to pressure-treated wood protect it, they eventually dissipate and leave the wood vulnerable. You can delay the appearance of rot in the treated wood by reducing its direct exposure to moisture and by painting it. Using fewer screws or nails in the wood—and thereby creating fewer holes in it—also delays the chances of rot forming.

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.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

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