Can my deck support a sunroom?

• <div><p>Even if your deck is properly constructed with a solid foundation, it doesn’t always mean it can handle the extra weight of a sunroom. Always call in a structural engineer to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-i-inspect-my-deck.htm">perform a deck inspection</a> to evaluate the quality and structural integrity of the deck before building. You may need to reinforce the foundations and joists, and with decks in poor condition, it might be better to tear them down and start again. A pro can help you decide.</p></div>

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Q: Should you nail or screw deck boards?

• <div><p>You can either nail or screw deck boards according to your preference. We recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws in this guide because screws offer superior holding powder over time. If you&rsquo;re using screws, you can minimize the risk of cracking the boards by drilling small pilot holes before securing the boards to the deck joists. </p></div>

Q: How far do you hang a porch swing from the wall?

• <div><p>We recommend hanging a porch swing at least 2.5 to 3 feet from the wall and about 17 inches above the ground to avoid damaging your home. You want enough clearance behind it and on each side of the porch swing to move around safely and avoid the chains rubbing against it.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to install a porch column?

• <div><p>Installing an ornamental or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/front-porch-decorating-ideas.htm">decorative porch</a> column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage. </p></div>

Q: Why does my deck pop in extreme cold?

• <div><p>Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don&rsquo;t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening. </p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in April 2019
I requested Mis Amigos to give me an estimate on clean up, and lawn maintenance. They gave me a fair price for clean up, and were available to do the job right then. They did a fantastic job. They actually PULLED all the weeds. My front and backyard looked some much better. I would...
Tus Amigos
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Reviewed in March 2019
This company is the most honest, reliable and responsible company I have worked with in NV. The cost was very reasonable, the guarantee is 2 years instead of one, plus 2 years of free maintenance. This is an expensive investment and I would unequivocally recommend Gary and Valley Refrigeration...
Valley Refrigeration and Sheetmetal
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Reviewed in February 2017
Myles was unbelievable! The most honest, charismatic,knowledgeable plumber I have met. Excellent workmanship and under priced. He could have charged me more and I would have been fine with that. If you need a plumber, do yourself a favor and call Myles at M & T Maintenance LLC like I did...
D & S Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
They did a great job on the clean up and have only done the regular maintenance once so far, so at this point I can't give them 5 stars, but I think they will earn that in several months. Danny very nice and responsive to texts, emails and phone calls.
Calderon Maid Services
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Reviewed in January 2014
Chris did an excellent job, and he went above and beyond "JUST" palm tree trimming! We are new to the area, and Chris took the time to discuss important points re: palm tree growth and maintenance in order to help our trees to not only look good, but thrive. He also gave us a heads up on what...
JUST PALMS
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Reviewed in July 2012
Called Larry at LTD Management & Maintenance for a minor repair in wall. He came over right away, looked at the damage, gave an estimate and also an estimate to help fix a couple other minor repairs needed before we moved out of the home. Both were very fairly priced, less than I expected. He...
LTD Management & Maintenance
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Reviewed in September 2009
Dave came out and gave us a quote for a rather vaguely defined (by me) amount of work about a year ago. We then decided to wait on the work until this year, and cut back on the amount we wanted done. I drew up a drawing of exactly what we wanted and contacted him again to ask him to rebid. He...
Moss Rock Landscaping
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can either nail or screw deck boards according to your preference. We recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws in this guide because screws offer superior holding powder over time. If you’re using screws, you can minimize the risk of cracking the boards by drilling small pilot holes before securing the boards to the deck joists.

We recommend hanging a porch swing at least 2.5 to 3 feet from the wall and about 17 inches above the ground to avoid damaging your home. You want enough clearance behind it and on each side of the porch swing to move around safely and avoid the chains rubbing against it.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Cold temperatures can make your deck boards contract. If they don’t contract evenly, they can put pressure on the deck screws and cause them to pop out, making a noticeable sound. Winterizing your deck can help prevent this from happening.

Even if your deck is properly constructed with a solid foundation, it doesn’t always mean it can handle the extra weight of a sunroom. Always call in a structural engineer to perform a deck inspection to evaluate the quality and structural integrity of the deck before building. You may need to reinforce the foundations and joists, and with decks in poor condition, it might be better to tear them down and start again. A pro can help you decide.

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