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Q: Does the underside of a deck need to breathe?

• <div><p>Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-i-inspect-my-deck.htm">deck design</a>. 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.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand an old deck before staining?

• <div><p>In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. </p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of eco-decking?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Which way should a gate swing, in or out?

• <div><p>The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.</p><p>There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.</p><p>Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.</p></div>

Q: How does a new deck or porch affect home value?

• <div><p>Increases livable area and enhances aesthetic, often boosting property appeal.</p></div>

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Last update on March 19, 2024

Reviewed in March 2024
Justin repaired my defrost element in my side by side freezer four months ago. He came out and said he would order the part. It took an about 6 days to get the part. The part broke again so Justin came and said no charge and he ordered part. It took 12 days for his part to come in. I went...
Ultimate Appliance Repair LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Had side porch repaired. Excellent quality and work done. Would definitely recommend.
J Funes Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
These guys go above and beyond to make sure the job is done right ! This is a 180yr old historical house and was in desperate need of repair and painting due to the last company that didnt do a proper paint job . They scraped and caulked and repaired all the rotted wood and the results are what...
Evans Paint
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Reviewed in November 2021
It was perfect. Very professional. Will definitely recommend to anyone who needs chimney repairs. You da best Len!
Easter Sweeps
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Reviewed in October 2021
Great ideas for decks, steps and retaining walls. Quality work at a good price. Solved all the water erosion problems we had and did a great rebuild job on the decks.
Blue Creek Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
It went well. I asked if they could do additional work beyond their main expertise of painting, and they accommodated my requests of light roof repair and handyman work, and I'm appreciative of the work they did on my behalf.
Xtreme Painting LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
This man knows what heâ s doing! Highly skilled Very professional No one else could repair old windows He was perfect
Interior Glass Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2020
I have nothing but good things to say about my interaction with Nationserve....their representatives are very polite, knowledgeable and professional......I called to ask for service to replace a two broken cable.....I talked with the lady answering phone and told her that the door was down and...
NationServe of Raleigh
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Reviewed in October 2019
Employees were prompt & arrived with the timeframe that was given. They completed the repair quickly & efficiently.
New Light Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Very prompt, courteous, and thorough. So far, so good on the repair.
Beach Air, LLC
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Cobra Deck And Concrete Restoration

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Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Carpenter Dwayne Herndon gave me excellent advice on partially rebuilding my deck. His crew showed up on time, did a great job, and kept me updated on progress and unexpected issues. Very happy with the result. Would hire these guys again."

+16

Response time4 days

Response rate100%

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Deck Pro Innovation, LLC

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Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Oscar responded quickly to my request and arrived right on time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and understood exactly what we needed. Our deck was fully repaired in just one day. We’re very pleased with the results and will definitely hire Oscar again."

Response time6 hrs

Response rate100%

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Gault Home Repair Service

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Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"could not be more pleased with our new deck. these guys did an outstanding job, made sure everything fit perfect like it should...I would highly recommend anyone to hire these guys. you can't possibly find anyone to do a better job,and very reasonably priced."

Response time1 day

Response rate89%

73 neighbors recently requested a quote

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M&D Property Solutions

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Serving Manson, 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."

+10

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Premier Builders

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

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30 years of carpentry experience covering everything from custom decks and screen porches to custom cabinetry and built-ins Premier Builders provides the highest quality on all of your projects

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Idyle's Painting and Home Restoration

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Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Idyle’s Painting and Home Restoration to paint the exterior trim of our home. Ryan and his team were super friendly and fantastic to work with. The quality of the work was great - his team really went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy with their work. They even discovered some rotted wood that would have eventually led to some headaches and expensive repairs and potentially harmful mold. Fortunately, his carpenter was able to quickly repair the damaged wood and it looks great. Ryan did a great job communicating with us so we were always aware of everything happening. You can tell that Ryan and his crew care about their work and making sure that everything is done correctly. I couldn’t be happier with my experience. I would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone asking and I will be using Ryan for all of my future painting projects."

+126

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Consolidated Roofing Systems, Inc.

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Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The workers were punctual (early) efficient, very had working and left the property extremely clean. There was an onsite project manager, Steve Heslin who kept us informed through the whole process. I highly recommend this company from Van Starling II to the finished product."

+58

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Moores pressure washing

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Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went great! They’re prompt and very respectful. They did a beautiful job cleaning the roof, siding, sidewalk and driveway of my home. I highly recommend their business. I will definitely hire them in the future."

+356

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moses did a great job. He was quick efficient and reasonably priced. I would hire him again without hesitation."

+43

Response time2 days

Response rate96%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Deck or Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Manson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We really enjoyed working with Signature Decks and Patios. Our friends use this company so we decided to use them as well after interviewing many others as well. So I would highly recommend Signature Decks And Patios for there service, quality and pricing was very good too.
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must.

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.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

Increases livable area and enhances aesthetic, often boosting property appeal.

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