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Avatar for BLITZ Handyman Services
BLITZ Handyman Services
4.9(
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Serving Amawalk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I used them to stain my deck. They power washed my deck prior to staining and made sure no screws pertruded. Applied a heavy coat of oil based stain . Eric made sure i .was happy with the work. He cleaned up and left no mess. Good value for the money. I would use him again."
After
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Framed out and installed
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Finished

+33

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Ramirez Refinishing
4.7(
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Serving Amawalk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ed is a true professional. Our deck was in very poor condition and he transformed it to the best it has ever looked. His work is exacting. The cost of our project was extremely fair. Ed had to work with an older, structurally sound deck that had been excessively power washed. He took great care in sanding the damaged wood - every single picket/baluster - replacing the top railing, and staining the entire deck. I highly recommend Ed."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Peter Torres
4.3(
76
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Serving Amawalk, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Peter & his dad to paint and restore/repair my deck (3 levels). The repair and changing of the color gives my backyard a million dollar look. An excellent job from start to finish. 👍🏽 They have highly skilled painters and carpenters."
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kitchen renovation all work done by True Home
True Home

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Palmieri Landscaping Company Inc.
3.9(
83
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Serving Amawalk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are on time. They come in bi-weekly. So far, I am very satisfied with their service. There is nothing I dislike about them. I have not come up with a problem yet."
Residential Landscaping Services
Commercial Landscaping Services
Lawn Maintenance Agreements Available
30+ Years General Contracting Experience
Masonry Services Offered

+6

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Putnam Paint & Powerwashing
4.9(
13
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Serving Amawalk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Probably the best painter I have ever had power wash, sand, and repair rotted wood on my deck. They painted it yesterday, and i can honestly say it looks brand new.!! Beautiful. They are meticulous!! Will only use them from now on."
Lake Front Deck
Finished Product- Putnam Paint Difference
Backyard Renovation & Stonescaping
Lake Front Deck
Trim Install & Staining

+104

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

While you can use various materials like sand or even just soil, gravel is widely considered the best option to put under a deck. It provides excellent drainage and is resistant to water, fire, and pests. Gravel also helps anchor the soil to prevent erosion during heavy rain and acts as a built-in weed blocker, reducing regular upkeep. Furthermore, it is simple to spread, available in various textures and tones, and adds a polished look that complements any deck design.

Pavers are a great decking option for pools. They’re customizable, come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, textures, materials, and price points, and they’re slip-resistant. Concrete pool decks, on the other hand, are harder to repair and replace if damaged and aren’t as slip-resistant as most paver materials. However, not all pavers are equal in terms of durability, maintenance, and performance. Pavers also have their own cons that may encourage homeowners to opt for stamped concrete instead, such as higher upfront costs.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

A random orbital sander is best for sanding a deck because it is easier to handle than other power sanders and is less likely to damage the wood. Most decks are made of types of softwood, so a gentler sanding process is essential to prevent permanent blemishes. For example, belt sanders can gouge softwoods.

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