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Prime One Roofing, LLC
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"….hired Prime One to repair an paint over my deck…..I though about others but I’m so glad I chose Prime One…..Jimmy was terrific…..mad sure all the work was completed and perfect….he went over everything to make sure the job was done to my satisfaction……I highly recommend Jimmy and Ptime One"
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof

+12

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SwiftBuild Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and Chris from SwiftBuild Construction LLC were fantastic! They handled our natural slate roof repair with expertise and care. The quality of their workmanship exceeded our expectations, and we're grateful for their professionalism throughout the process. Highly recommend!"
Asphalt Shingles repair
Asphalt Shingles repair
Silicone Coating
Silicone Coating
Asphalt shingles Repair

+17

Response time10 mins
Response rate98%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D & R Pro Service Inc.
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They did an incredible job, very professional, respectful, clean, and thorough. It was the best experience we had with a repair company. The person who came was very accommodating and pleasant. Great company, I will definitely be contacting you again for any other repair services!"
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Recommended by37%of homeowners
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A&M Construction, Corp.
4.3(
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were responsive and did the work quickly. The quality was good. They did put a couple of scuffs on the floor moving an appliance, but then cleaned them. They had some complications with the work, but persevered and figured things out on their own. Overall the experience was good."
new bathroom
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+57

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Safe Pressure Washing
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure using Alex's service. He was quick and professional. The entire pool deck is spotless and everything was put back where it belongs. I highly recommend this company and will be using them again in the future."
Pressure Washing Project
Pressure Washing Project
Pressure Washing Project
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Pressure Washing Project

+59

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AAA Custom Painting
5.0(
36
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work and reasonable pricing. Andres and his team were very professional and meticulous. The deck came out great and the overall painting looks flawless. As Andres promised, the preparation was well done and had produced great results. His team was careful in protecting my property and were very friendly and accommodating in handling all of my requests. They really went out of their way to earn my satisfaction. Would highly recommend."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

A deck doesn’t have to be perfectly level. Many pros even recommend a gentle slope to ensure proper drainage and increase longevity. The ideal gentle slope is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot away from the property, leading water away from the home to prevent pooling and reduce the risk of damage. It also minimizes rot, mold, and other moisture-related problems. 

Yes, but ensuring the deck has a solid foundation with adequate footings is critical before building, as the weight of a sunroom will put significant pressure on the structure below. Even if your deck is properly constructed, it may not be able to handle the extra weight. While some basic, lightweight, prefabricated sunrooms can sit on a deck with a strong existing foundation without additional supports, in many cases, the foundation and joists will need reinforcement. It is always best to have a structural engineer perform an inspection to evaluate the deck's quality and structural integrity. A professional can help you decide if reinforcement is sufficient or if it's better to tear down the deck and start over.

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

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