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

Serving Laurence Harbor, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Molteg Landscaping & Design
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Laurence Harbor, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Molteg Landscaping & Design LLC! If you can imagine it we can do it! Molteg Landscaping and Design LLC is focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As an expert in the field, the crew has over 10 years of experience under his belt and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction his top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Danny's General Contractors, LLC
3.2(
102
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Laurence Harbor, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My first time hiring a contractor fro HA site. I needed to replace the basement bar counter top and finish the facade. Had wonderful experience with Danny. Very professional, attention to quality was a huge plus. Always showed on time and left the place clean. Final product finish excellent. Ready for some party now! I had to remind Danny to collect final payment - which is generally not the case. Definitely recommend."
Painting
Painting
Painting
painting
painting

+101

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

For the best results, stay off of your deck for at least 48 hours after sealing it. Giving the sealant at least two full days to cure ensures it can fully penetrate the wood, giving you the most protection from sun and weather damage later on. Walking on the deck too soon can prevent it from properly curing and cause your deck to weather prematurely.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Yes, it’s definitely possible to build a pergola on an existing deck. All you need to do is attach the pergola support beams to the deck’s joists and build up from there. Beware that mistakes can damage your deck, so if you’re at all unsure of the process, play it safe and hire a pro for your custom build.

Space deck handrail posts four to six feet apart. If the posts are more than six feet apart, the railing will be less able to withstand lateral forces and is more susceptible to breaking. Additionally, railing posts that are more than six feet apart may not be up to code, and you may face fines and be required to reinstall the posts to bring them up to code.

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.

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