What are the different types of porches?

• <div><p>Several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-porch.htm">types of porches</a> are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:</p><ul><li><p><b>Porticos</b> are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance. </p></li><li><p><b>Sunrooms </b>are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight. </p></li><li><p><b>Wraparound porches</b> extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.</p></li><li><p><b>Back porches </b>are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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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>

Q: How do I maintain my water dock?

• <div><p>Regular inspections, cleaning, and sealing wood components prevent premature wear and structural damage.</p></div>

Q: Do cracked deck boards need to be replaced?

• <div><p>Often, cracked deck boards are just an aesthetic problem and do not need replacement. However, longer or deeper cracks may be a problem, especially if they are on the end of the board. You can fill minor cracks with caulk, epoxy, or sealant to prevent further damage and improve their appearance. Replace boards with more serious cracks, which could become a safety hazard.</p></div>

Q: How do various elements influence the price of repairs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on damage type, material, and labor rates.</p></div>

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We decided to make some changes to a home we purchased. 1. JDI very efficiently met all our requests from converting the house from a coal heating furnace to a propane heating system that was all ready in place, but not in use. 2. JDI cleaned the basement and sealed the basement floor so...
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Chris, as usual did our annual maintenance on the generator. He is knowledgeable, works efficiently, and very pleasant to deal with. Anderson has been doing our generator and water softening installation and services for about a decade. Very reliable and they do quality work.
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They recently replaced a deck on the front of my house and did excellent work. Also easy to work with. Recommend.
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I got a deck built and truly happy with the final product. They were absolutely professional and very friendly at the same time. They understood the requirements and delivered it right within the timeframe. I have already recommended them to a friend of mine and met the expectations again.
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Terrible Experience I waited two years to write this review in the hope that Bumblebee Paint would correct my situation. But unfortunately they have not and have left with a terrible mess. Two years ago I had them apply a semi transparent stain to my new deck. I had the deck built the year...
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Al Longo and his crew demoed two decks and replaced with two composite decks in not only quick but quality manor very happy with their work
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Very positive experience. Exceeded our expectations on getting our deck completed. They were helpful with ideas, great communication and very pleasant to work with.
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While visiting the Warner Robins area in 2005, I had an electrical problem with my Ford Taurus and chose Britt's to help me. They found the problem, fixed it and their charge was very reasonable. I was very impressed by their competence and honesty. I returned to Warner Robins in 2007 and...
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