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Avatar for Jager Landscaping Inc
Jager Landscaping Inc
4.7(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Hawthorne, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptionally well. Jager Landscaping took my 20+ year old tiered garden walls and redesigned and rebuilt the walls to grade better with my sloped backyard. Crew was extremely professional and knowledgeable."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Hawthorne, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar and his crew just finished a remodel of my master bathroom. This is the second major project completed in my home by CSZ (prior kitchen remodel) and once again they exceeded my expectations. Cesar worked with me along the way to come up with the perfect design to ensure all my requirements were met. He is knowledgeable and his attention to detail is second to none. The CSZ crew, Armondo and Benjamin were also a pleasure to work with. They are knowledgeable, trustworthy, and hardworking. They also did an exceptional job cleaning up at the end of each work day. My dog even loves them! I highly recommend CSZ Construction. They will most certainly be back for future projects in my home!"
 ALL COLUMNS FINISH
OLD DECK
Livinroom
 PAINTING
PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Best Builder Construction
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hawthorne, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast, professional and most importantly from my experience with contractors they did an AWESOME job with clean up ) left the house/yard just as clean as it was prior to arrival. Would recommend!"
Roof Instalation
Chimney
Replaced Roof
Siding
Siding Instalation

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A1 Loyalty Construction LLC
4.9(
40
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hawthorne, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie and his partner repaired Fascia Trim after we had wind damage plus Willie added nails to fascia trim all around the peaks to improve wind resistance. Very happy with the job done."
Asphalt roof shingles replacement
Asphalt roof shingles replacement
Stairs stucco and paint
Stairs stucco and paint
stairs

+127

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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ResQ Clean Power Washing
4.9(
19
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Hawthorne, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I plan on having them do our home every year. He did an awesome job from start to finish. Mo is an honest and reliable worker. I wish I could give 10 stars. I highly recommend his services."
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Pool Patio
Pool Patio
Deck
Deck

+22

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

A deck is typically attached to a house and accessed via the back door. Decks are usually constructed from wood or composite materials. A terrace, on the other hand, is a raised platform that can be attached to or detached from the house and is typically made from a hard-paved material, such as paving stones. Terraces can be built on the ground or on the roof of a home.

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. 

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

Building a deck without a permit could lead to fines for both the homeowner and the contractor. The exact penalties will depend on your state and municipal building laws. You might also be required to remove the deck and apply for a permit before you can build another. While it might be tempting to skip the permit to save a few bucks, it’ll cost you much more if you’re caught.

You can build an outdoor kitchen on a deck, but you should choose composite decking since it's more heat-resistant. Metal deck materials like steel and aluminum are also good choices because they're less flammable than wood. You should also consider the weight of the kitchen—make sure your deck can support it and any appliances you plan to use. You should consult a structural engineer to confirm exactly how much weight your deck can safely support when building an outdoor kitchen. 

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