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Avatar for Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
4.4(
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were pricy, but came highly recommended. They were prompt in scheduling. Their main selling point is the quality of the prep cleaning. While the new deck looked OK, there were missed areas on the existing porch. The quality of the staining itself was variable - there were areas where they did a great job, and others that were missed, overlooked, or intentionally ignored. The eaves were among the intentionally ignored, and I was told "that's defined as part of the roof structure, which isn't included." Excuse me, but the contract says "clean and stain exterior of screen porch" - it does not say "screen porch walls only." Another ignored area was the top edge of the fascia and floorboards, which they stained above, and below, leaving a gap. And there were several other spots that were overlooked even after a visit to complete punch list items. I asked multiple times to talk to the owner but he never called me back. Next time I'll just hire a real house painter."
Deck stained with our Hickory sealant.
After deck power washed and stained.
Backyard Patio
Before and after paver steps
Deck before cleaning, old gray wood.

+16

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
74
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos and Raul's team did an amazing job. The interior painting and extensive deck repair revived out tired house. Thank you both for your attention to detail, punctuality and genuinely caring about what they do."
Windows and Trim
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent projects

+9

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Avatar for Triangle Home Repair & Paint Inc
Triangle Home Repair & Paint Inc
4.4(
59
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job. We had a variety of tasks and all were accomplished in one day. Supervisor and estimator Alex was great with communication and scheduling. Alex and Carlos showed up as scheduled at 8 AM ready to work. Alex stayed for a few minutes and then Carlos did the work. Carlos was excellent - very friendly and skilled. He made a few excellent suggestions along the way which we incorporated into the project. Work was finished in one day and cleanup was perfect. I would definitely hire them again."
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Response time2 days
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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We Out Here
4.7(
16
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Prentice and Michelle are FANTASTIC!! We used them a few months ago for some leaf cleanup (which was also wonderful) and after a terrible experience with another provider, I called them back for our regular lawn maintenance. They came the same day (!!!) and went above and beyond all expectations. They finished our overgrown and large yard in about an hour and a half and their customer service cannot be topped."
After picture Mr.s Wendy's Home
Leaf removal
Leaf removal
Pressure Washing
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Carolina Construction Group
5.0(
7
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ruben and his crew did excellent work building our deck. He stayed in touch with us each step of the way. He took care of the permitting and worked with us to meet the HOA requirements. The deck looks like it was constructed meticulously and is built to last! Thanks Ruben!"
Final Touches
Screen Porch
Eze breeze windows
Natural Deck
Natural Deck

+13

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for JJ Home Repair and Paint
JJ Home Repair and Paint
4.8(
31
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alex Diaz, the owner, was prompt to respond with a quote, was incredibly thorough, and completed impeccable work! He is very communicative and willing to do just about anything. I appreciated most his desire to help save us money without sacrificing quality! This is the third project weà  à  à  à ¢à  à  à  à  à  à  à  à  ve hired J&J for - the first being exterior wood repair/replacement and paint; second a paint job of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; and third, a complete deck replacement. While on-site, we had a few small projects, replaced our broken garbage disposal and repair of two sliding glass doors. We plan to use his company for all we can moving forward!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Medina's Painting and Services LLC
Medina's Painting and Services LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Damian painted our outside deck a few weeks ago. We were so impressed by his attention to detail that we hired him to paint a bathroom and bedroom. He does excellent work. Cleans up after himself and is most courteous and accommodating. We'll definitely use him again and would recommend him to our friends."
Painting
Painting
Painting
( Ceiling  repaint.)
Painting

+48

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

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