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Avatar for Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration
4.4(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Efland, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Warranties offered

"Chris Miller came to my home and provided an estimate for cleaning and staining my deck.  He helped me explore options, like removing the remnants of a mostly-removed layer of surface stain that a previous owner had put on and partially taken off, matching the color of the remaining stain so as to save money by avoiding the expense of removal, etc.  He also advised me about what was realistic for treatment of the concrete patio below the deck.  Chris was knowledgeable and helpful.  He didn't pressure me to do anything more expensive than necessary, in fact encouraged me that we could try to match the remaining stain and if necessary do the removal and update the stain treatment later on.  He offered to include treatment of the portion of the concrete patio that most needed it at a reduced price as part of the job.  The price he quoted was fair, I believe, though it turned out to be higher than I can afford at the moment, given the press of some other expenses I'm facing, so I did not have them do the work.  If I need deck treatment in the future though, particularly when I have more available funds, I will seriously consider having them do the work.  Based on my interaction with Chris, and with the nice lady in the office named Aaliya, I would recommend them.
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Deck stained with our Hickory sealant.
After deck power washed and stained.
Backyard Patio
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Deck before cleaning, old gray wood.

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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Register's Repair Service
5.0(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Efland, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My new deck looks great. My friends and neighbors also think it looks great. Alan and his team did an excellent job in building it. Communication with Alan and his team was also great. I would recommend them to anyone."
Deck before work began:
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Bautista Bros Builders Inc
4.9(
60
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Efland, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project was to replace a deck with a new larger one and build a roof over it. I was nervous about hiring a contractor but Hugo was recommended by a friend. « Go with Hugo, he did a superb job of carpentry in my house ! ». I am so grateful to her! I did hire Hugo. As for his work, the words “top-notch”, “first-rate” come to mind. He and his crew are outstanding professionals. The whole construction was done with such care and proficiency. My husband and I are delighted with the result. Hugo’s work was not inexpensive but I did not want to end up with a car port ! Considering that we got exactly what we wanted, with the quality of both material and workmanship, we felt it was a fair deal. Also, I appreciated Hugo’s passion for his own work and the advice of an experienced builder. As a bonus, he was completely trustworthy, showing up when he said he would, meeting all date-lines, explaining small delays while waiting for Inspections from our County, etc… and taking care of “everything”, like permits or attending to last minute requests. And then, there is another aspect of the total experience: giving us peace of mind instead of worries.. That, to me, was very valuable."
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+15

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Miguel Home Improvement, LLC
4.8(
45
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Efland, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"I?ve had multiple projects completed including screened porch added to my home, stairs replaced and most recently interior painting. Very professional and trustworthy. Highly recommend."
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+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Total Home Repairs
Total Home Repairs
4.7(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Efland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

have been in the trade?s business for 13 years. I have did Hvac, plumbing and electrical. I?m here to serve the customer and do the job for the right price. It?s not about always putting new -- if it can be repaired and work properly, than I will fix it. My company is based off what?s best for customer no matter what.

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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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