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Sunlight Contracting
4.8(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Jamesburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and Lou were very professional and did a great job on power washing, sanding, and staining my large deck. They went out of their way to make sure everything worked out. The deck looks amazing now, it's the best I've seen it look in many years. John had great recommendations to make based on his expertise such as the stain type and color to use as well using great methods to ensure the final product came out excellent. Would hire again and recommend their services to anyone."
Big Lou
White washed brick
Accent wall
Stairway
Sunroom

+65

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ralphs Landscaping
5.0(
19
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Jamesburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very polite, professional, honest and hard working! The most affordable landscaper I have found and I really shopped around. We hired him as our full year round landscaper Couldnâ t have been happier with the job he has done for us!!!!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

The life expectancy of deck boards varies widely based on the material, climate, and maintenance. Untreated wood boards typically last 10 to 30 years with proper care, while pressure-treated boards can last up to 50 years. Hardwoods generally outlast softwoods. Composite boards also tend to last longer than natural wood. Environmental factors like arid or humid climates can shorten a deck's lifespan. To extend the life of wood decking, it's important to consistently clean and seal it to protect against moisture, UV light, and insects.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Some elevated decks require stairs that lead to the ground level per the local fire codes in some municipalities. In other regions, a staircase is an optional feature that can increase accessibility and convenience for homeowners who want ground-level access to their deck. Additionally, a staircase is necessary if your home doesn't have an existing door leading to the deck.

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.

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