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Avatar for Seal Strong, LLC
Seal Strong, LLC
4.8(
25
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Job: I have a huge, 3 level deck with seating, flower boxes, stairs, plenty of railing and a trellis. I needed several boards replaced and the whole deck stained. Seal Strong worked well with me in making sure that everything looked exaclty how I liked it. I am very picky and overall they did a very nice job staining and repairing my deck. They were professional and courteous. I would hire them again and recommend them to others. I am hopeful the pre-treatment will extend the stain and outlive the warranty. They will come back to restain, maintenance for a nominal fee."
Bridgewater VA Wood Deck
New Deck in Yorktown VA
South Boston VA Seal
New Market staining
Sealing Pavers

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reigle Contracting
4.8(
63
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jason and his team put a TREX deck in our backyard and it looks fantastic. They worked quickly, efficiently and with high regard to quality. Pricing was fair & reasonable. We will hire them again for future projects!"
Replaced decking, then stained months later
Replaced decking, then stained months later
Replaced decking, then stained months later
New pipe collar installed
Pipe collar

+11

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Platinum Painting
4.9(
34
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave and Debbie at Platinum are the best painting outfit on the beach. They are polite, responsive and their work is second to none. You can rely on them to give you exactly what you ask for (plus more), at a reasonable price in a very professional manner. We've used various painters over the years for off-season maintenance (and in-season emergency work) and no one comes close to Platinum. I hesitated to write this review, as I am tempted to keep them a secret; you'll be pleased with the result when you go with Platinum."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Carolina Pro Clean
Carolina Pro Clean
4.8(
52
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job on house wash and super power wash deck cleaning and were very professional. Were on time and stayed until job was finished. We will use Carolina Pro Clean again for any future services we may need. OBX BEST!!"
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing

+31

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Coastline Property Services
Coastline Property Services
4.1(
17
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"recently had Coastline Property Services install seamless gutters on my beach house, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The team was professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail. They completed the job on time and ensured everything was cleaned up afterward. The new gutters look fantastic and function perfectly, even during heavy rain. I highly recommend Coastline Property Services for their excellent work and outstanding customer service!!!"
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Avatar for Long Beach Construction
Long Beach Construction
5.0(
2
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Harbinger, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kevin and Jeff did excellent job. Cleaned up after themselves daily. They were promt and gave me extra time due to unknown complications. Planning another project with them in couple months. They also helped with bringing it together with suggestions that I had not thought of. We had floor complications and roof complications that they handled with ease. Great job. Thanks guys!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

Most building codes list a minimum width of 36 inches and a maximum height of 7¾ inches. However, for the most comfort and spaciousness, you’ll want to aim for a width of at least 48 inches and a height of 7 inches. Again, it’s always a good idea to base your numbers off steps that you already use comfortably.

While eco-friendly decking, also called composite decking, is a win for the environment because it consists of recycled materials, it has trade-offs. These sustainable options often come with steeper price tags, lack natural wood's warm look, and can become uncomfortably hot under full sun. Some composite materials can also become slick when wet, posing a potential hazard.

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

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