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Top-Rated Deck maintenance specialists in Raritan - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
5.0(
126
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich, owner of RAP, and his dedicated crew did an awesome job in power washing our house, storage shed, deck, and brick walkways … everything is clean, bright, and frankly looking like new again! Rich is knowledgeable, responsive, punctual, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. He and his crew were meticulous in their work taking their time to do a job that well exceeded expectations and were conscientious in their clean-up efforts afterwards. It is indeed rare these days to see extraordinary focus on customer delight and pride in their work. I highly recommend Rich and look forward to working with him again in the future!"
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Sunlight Contracting
Sunlight Contracting
4.8(
167
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Raritan, 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
Avatar for Best Builder Construction
Best Builder Construction
5.0(
53
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an issue with a leak in our roof. Called and talked to Spiro. He came out the same day and took a look at it. In a short period of time Chico had it fixed and did a super job. They were both timely, professional and got the job done right. I highly recommend this company. Thank you for being a company I can depend on. I will definitely call them in the future."
Roof Instalation
Chimney
Replaced Roof
Siding
Siding Instalation

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jersey Maintenance & Janitorial, LLC
Jersey Maintenance & Janitorial, LLC
4.9(
8
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sandro and his team did excellent work, professional and great customer service. He wanted us to be more than satisfied with the work. I was very happy with the results. I thought my deck was beyond repair with the dirt and mold but with a thorough cleaning, light resurfacing and stain of my choice it is as good new."
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+14

Recommended by62%of homeowners
Avatar for Danny's General Contractors, LLC
Danny's General Contractors, LLC
3.2(
102
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience was mediocre at best with this company. They were very good with starting the work. Towards the end of completion, they had one day that was a no show. I had to call to find out they couldn't come that day. I preferred to get a call from them rather having to follow up myself. The windows they installs were done incorrectly. Water stated to leak into the house and ruined the brand new sheetrock I installed. I would recommend this company for small jobs. They may try to cut corners if you dont keep an eye on them."
Painting
Painting
Painting
painting
painting

+101

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance FAQs, answered by experts

As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:

  • Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings. 

  • Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard. 

  • Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety. 

  • Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

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.

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