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Nate's Home Improvement And Services
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Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nathan did an excellent job redoing my deck and porch. In addition, he painted all my shutters. He was thorough and responsible during power washing, repairs and painting. He did all work while we were away and communicated very well and provided many photos of his work. He discovered a propane gas leak and advised me right away as well as going back to shut the propane off. I highly recommend Nathan!"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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C.O Loggins LLC
New to Angi

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

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C.O. Loggins LLC specializes in mitigation, remodeling, and home repairs. We’re committed to helping homeowners restore, improve, and protect their homes with reliable workmanship and honest service. Whether you’re dealing with damage or planning an upgrade, our team is ready to get the job done right.\n

Helping Hand Handyman
New to Angi

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

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My name is Joshua Hale. I am the owner and operator of Helping Hand Handyman. I've been a resident to the area all of my life. I'm married to my beautiful wife Elizabeth. We raised seven children together. I really enjoy working for clients and helping to build their dreams. Whatever they may be. It's not just about the money,but about the experience for me. I really enjoy helping people and solving problems. There's not much I can't do when it comes to your homestead. Everything from the ground up. Electrical, plumbing, excavating, carpentry, any and all of your needs I can probably take care of. Thanks for your consideration and I look forward to meeting you. " When you need a helping hand. Call the Helping Hand Handyman". God bless.

Pearson Home Solutions, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Pearson Home Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time50 mins
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Complete Home Solutions
4.6(
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Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mauricio actually showed up a day earlier than we had previously expected due to weather conditions. He and his crew did an outstanding job and had to rescedule for the following day due to certain circumstances to complete the job. I highly recommend him for his absolutely flaws timing and impeccable work. It is rare to find someone who shows his level of dedication and honest effort in honoring the true meaning of a job well done. He is to be commended for his absolute dedication to an honest and straightforward manner of doing business. I also need some additional work done on the the property and he gave a very fair estimate of posisble future work. I highly recommend him for any job."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

What goes under your floating deck depends on your preferences. Some homeowners put landscaping fabric underneath their decks to prevent weeds from popping up through the boards. Others choose to build a floating deck over grass or gravel. However, it’s best not to set your deck directly on the ground. Instead, set your deck on blocks to keep it elevated enough to prevent moisture from rotting the wood.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

The best time to paint your deck is when temperatures are neither too cold (below 60 degrees) nor too hot (above 85 degrees). Always paint your deck when there’s no risk of rain. For fast-drying paint like acrylic or latex, ensure your deck can dry for at least four hours. Oil-based paints take longer to dry and may require 48 hours to completely cure.

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.

Yes, an elevated deck can increase a home's resale value. Homeowners can expect a 65% return on investment from the cost of a second-story deck installation. For example, if you spend $5,000 to install a second-story deck, that deck will add $3,250 to the value of your home.

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