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Jersey Maintenance & Janitorial
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thanks to Jersey Maintenance, my house looks like new now. I got a good quote and they scheduled my service in under a week. Would hire them again the next time I need to wash my house"
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+45

Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tito & Son Construction, LLC
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tito and sons went above and beyond to make my replacement deck completely restored. They showed up on time and stayed late to make sure all was completely done and to my satisfaction. I love my new deck and will spend many days enjoying it. The entire team was very professional."
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Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+42

Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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RowerenovationsLLC
New to Angi

Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Rowe Renovations LLC, we take pride in delivering reliable, detail-focused renovation services with professionalism and care. We specialize in home improvement projects including painting, flooring, trim work, railings, kitchen and bathroom updates, and general renovations. Our goal is to provide quality craftsmanship, honest communication, and results homeowners can feel confident in. We treat every project like it’s our own home — with attention to every detail.

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Freeborne Decking
4.6(
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

"This is the 2nd time I've used Freeborne and I would definitely have them back again. They built a 12' X 16' enclosed room on a 2nd story deck and it came out great. Lenny, Scott and crew knew what we wanted and exceeded our expectations without over complicating the project. There were no budget surprises either. The amount we discussed at the beginning was what we were charged. If I could I would use them to do projects inside of the house!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Precision Paint and Power Washing
4.9(
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my house painted and shackled. I had a lot of nails popping through. This company did a fantastic job in fixing these issues and painting everything. The work looks great, my house feels brand new!"
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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ABS Painting & Power Washing
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Tony performed quality work on my deck for a fair price. He was punctual, and communicated well when weather interfered with his plans. His prep includes a light sanding which breathed new life into my aging wood deck. I will definitely hire him again."
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AAA Custom Painting
5.0(
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work and reasonable pricing. Andres and his team were very professional and meticulous. The deck came out great and the overall painting looks flawless. As Andres promised, the preparation was well done and had produced great results. His team was careful in protecting my property and were very friendly and accommodating in handling all of my requests. They really went out of their way to earn my satisfaction. Would highly recommend."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

Your deck may pop, and your neighbor’s deck may not for a number of reasons. Whether or not a deck pops will depend on how it was made, the conditions it’s exposed to, and the materials. Improper spacing is a common reason for increased pressure between deck boards. Moisture penetration is another.

The proper and most comfortable height for a deck stair riser, also called a step, is between four and seven inches. A height of seven inches is often considered ideal for a strain-free step that minimizes the risk of trips and falls. While it is possible to have risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. For optimal safety and comfort, pair a seven-inch riser with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. Always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements that differ from these general recommendations.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

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