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Professional Coatings
4.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Missoula, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All of my work with John was done over the phone including texted pictures. While phone only can be generally stressful, John went above and beyond in keeping me informed along the way. I appreciated his updates regarding his schedule (bumped EARLIER) and his detailed explanations with picture backup. He was also very budget conscious and suggested work that would help with the ongoing maintenance of the house and roof (which was also coated). I appreciated his color suggestions (I never would have picked a red roof, but I love it). It went from weathered, faded, semi-transparent olive green with a three toned green roof to solid gray with a red roof. I plan on using Professional Coatings again for future projects."
Response time2 days
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Happy Home Handy Work
5.0(
24
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Missoula, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"We have been using Happy Home Handywork for the last 5 years on all our Business and personal remodels. Jason is a pleasure to work with from his initial consultation until the final result. Jason listens carefully to our needs and preferences while also providing expert guidance. Jason is always professional and reliable and his craftsmanship and attention to detail in all our remodels are impressive. We will be contacting Happy Home Handywork for all our future remodels large or small."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Spartan Gutter Guards
4.2(
78
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Missoula, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job. They wear also timely.They were very helpful when looking at the carpet. They told us what we needed as what well as what we really did not need to spend the money on. Our carpet looks great.They were also friendly and respectful to all the objects and furniture in the house. I would recommend them at 100%. I have great confidence in them. A fantastic experience!!!!"
Gutter Install
Dirty, ponderosa filled gutters!
Rapid City, SD
Rapid City, SD
Rapid City, SD

+25

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Soooooo clean
4.3(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Missoula, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris and his family did an amazing job replacing our awful front porch. His attention to detail was awesome. He used his router to detail every single plank making my deck look like a work of art. His son Hunter is such a hard worker and you can tell he has the same Passion as his dad for quality work. His wife Tiff and son Dillon were awesome too. This job was done in the most timely manner. They cleaned EVERYTHING up and were completely done in a day and a half. 100% they are my go to for all my home improvement needs. Hire them. You will Not be disappointed. So grateful to have found them"
Flooring
borad and bat lp siding
lp siding
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lp siding

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor 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 crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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.

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.

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.

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

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