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Jayce Pressure Wash
4.5(
65
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ryan did a great job. He power washed my decks and then stained them. He was always here on time and was very polite. I would hire him again because he does much more than power washing. Thank you Ryan"
Pressure washing
Pressure washing
Decks
Decks
Decks

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJ Michaels Construction Services
5.0(
12
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with the Pergola replacement on our deck. JJ Michael’s more than met our expectations. We highly recommend them."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Solutions Construction
4.4(
7
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired solutions Construction for several different tasks. Hardwood flooring insulation, installed a new roof on our home, built several pole, barns a gazebo and outdoor kitchen, transformed a shed into a guest house with outdoor shower and indoor plumbing, designed, and Bill to our outdoor living space, re-faced our chimney and redid our indoor fireplace area, built a movie theater in our basement. Everything that this company did was five star plus top notch and we hire him over and over again for all our construction needs.. solution Construction for the win."
Hunting camp/Cabin
Garden Shed/ATV Garage
Garage Door Shed
Garage Door Shed
Tiki Bar

+14

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Living Water 738, LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott was great to work with. Very responsive, and executed all the work we needed in a timely manner. Would definitely work with Living Water 738 again in the future."
Before & After Deck
Before & After Deck
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wilson Handyman Repair
4.7(
24
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

"Keith is very friendly. He was in constant contact before and during the work. In addition to putting our ramp back together we also had him replace and paint our fence. He checked with us during the projects to make sure he was doing the project the way we wanted. He cleaned up the yard after the work. If we need any work done in the future he will be at the top of our list."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Alden Painting
4.7(
41
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent job. John (the owner) was very responsive and always available. John was able to meet all of our wants and needs. Accommodated a color change after a room was completed with no problem. I have to say I was very impressed with the work, and will have John back next spring to paint the exterior of our home and our deck."
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After
Before
After
Before

+48

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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GOKEYs Painting & Const
5.0(
6
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Serving Cambridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"They were great. They were very accommodating of my need. They had a great communication and they did the job very well. They were one of the best home improvement company."
second story done with painting and before pictures of first level of house
SIMPLE MSI FLOORING INSTALL
Framing Walls & stairs assist
After carpet removal
finished roof and painting exterior of house

+53

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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.

You can nail or screw composite decking, but 3-inch decking screws are the better fastener choice. Unlike nails, decking screws won’t back out of the composite material over time. There’s also little danger of splitting composite material when driving screws, so you don’t need to pre-drill holes unless otherwise recommended by your decking manufacturer.

The life expectancy of deck boards varies widely based on the material, climate, and maintenance. Untreated wood boards typically last 10 to 30 years with proper care, while pressure-treated boards can last up to 50 years. Hardwoods generally outlast softwoods. Composite boards also tend to last longer than natural wood. Environmental factors like arid or humid climates can shorten a deck's lifespan. To extend the life of wood decking, it's important to consistently clean and seal it to protect against moisture, UV light, and insects.

Choosing whether your deck should be lighter or darker than your house is a matter of personal preference, as there is no right or wrong answer. However, considering the pros and cons of each can help guide your decision. Darker colors are often chosen because they show less dirt, footprints, and marks from daily wear, making them easier to keep clean. On the other hand, lighter deck colors tend to stay cooler in the summer. From a design perspective, using a deck color that contrasts with your home's exterior can help make the deck a more defined and distinct feature. Consulting color theory can also make the process of choosing a complementary house and deck color combination easier.

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.

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