Is it worth sanding a deck?

• <div><p>It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-refinish-deck.htm">deck refinishing process</a>. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.</p></div>

What’s the difference between a deck footing and a deck post?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Should deck boards be nailed or screwed?

• <div><p>When installing deck boards, screws are a better option than nails. For one, screws have more holding strength than nails, so they’re better at keeping your deck boards in place. Also, nails are more likely to pop out of the boards than screws, which can create a tripping or poking hazard on your deck. </p></div>

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Q: Are under-deck drainage systems worth the cost?

• <div><p>If you want to use the space beneath your second-story deck, then yes, an under-deck drainage system is worth it. Having a drainage system in place lets you run power to the area, so you can install a ceiling fan, lighting, TV, or other appliances to create a comfortable outdoor living space.</p></div>

Q: How much weight can a wooden deck hold?

• <div><p>Typically, most residential wooden decks are designed to support approximately 40 pounds per square foot, including the deck&rsquo;s weight and any items placed on it. While this is fine for typical use, it is usually not enough to hold the weight of a hot tub filled with water and people. To safely support a hot tub, your wood deck will likely require reinforcement. Therefore, it&rsquo;s best to have a contractor or a structural engineer assess it before hot tub installation.</p></div>

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Keith has done work on two of my houses in the past 20 years. Everything from porches to roofing, all excellent and still holding up well. He's fair, super knowledgable, easy-going and has yet to disappoint in quality or price. I'd recommend him for any job, large or small. Hands down,...
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He sprayed house and courtyards and around barn area, also used something on the large ants that killed them immediately. There were dead bugs in the garage and all over the back porch. Very complete job!
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This was the 5th roofer I had out for an estimate. After getting some run-arounds from other companies, I was feeling pretty discouraged. At first it seemed like this was going to be another disappointment--he missed our first estimation appointment. However, unlike anyone else I had talked to,...
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My wife and I met Al through friends of ours. I told him I had some ideas and I wanted to have an awesome deck and patio built. We setup a day and time to meet and Al came by to survey the property. I can't recall all the exact details in the correct order but I'll do my best here. At some...
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Other than having my deck covered twice, it was an average job.
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Nowlin was paid $300 to do landscape design and drawings for submittal to ABQ Landmarks architect. Nowlin was unable to do appropriate drawings to scale for submission. Owner had to take design and translate into scaled drawing for submittal. Nowlin refused to rebate any of the cost paid for...
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They did not contact me after I purchased the service via Angie's List, and it took a few phone calls for them to understand the order. After consultation (they arrived on time), they agreed to reduce a severely overgrown tree in the front yard to keep it away from the house and porch, and to...
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