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Prime One Roofing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome team of workers. Jimmy came out to assess and price, and Chet helped us prioritize and find ways to meet our highest priorities. After 2-3 weeks of heavy rain, 4 roofers showed up to repair/replace broken slate tiles, seal valleys, and clean gutters. It was amazing to watch them work. Each roofer was down to earth, kind, and focused on the job at hand. Thank you!"
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MX Remodeling, Inc.
4.8(
61
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Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work that Mark and his crew at MX did on our new deck was absolutely phenomenal! We could not be happoer with the investment we made. They paid attention to every detail of the project. They communicated during every setp of the way. I was very anxious when we began this project and was looking for a company that would work on the deck like if it was their own home, and that is exactly what they did. Our family could not be happier with the work they did. If I could give them more starts I would. We recently had family over to see the deck and they could not stop raving about how awesome it was. It was also done with a lot of thought on safey and secutiry. I highly recomment them for anyone looking to do work on their deck. Their work is amazing!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Excell Services
4.3(
12
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Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Excell Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. How can we help you?

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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iPaint and Contract, Inc.
4.8(
67
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Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our very old garage floor needed to be updated and we called iPaint for an estimate. The owner Nick came on time and recommended a new type of coating by Penntek far more durable and attractive than your typical epoxy. The cost is higher than epoxy but we think it's worth every penny - the garage now looks incredible and is easy to clean as well. Nick's crew was professional and did an excellent job quickly. They also painted the walls and ceiling. Overall the entire experience was very positive and we highly recommend the company."
Front Door Refinishing
Stained Wainscot
Interior Painting of Living Room
Green Painted Front Door
White Painted Front Door

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Safe Pressure Washing
5.0(
18
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Serving Harlem, 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 Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very happy with the services provided by AAA Custom Painting. Andres was very friendly, professional and detail oriented. We had our shutters and garage doors repainted along with some additional exterior trim in Oct. 2016 and have been very happy with the results. Our 30+ year old garage doors look new again! We would recommend AAA to any of our friends and neighbors."
Interior painting in Mendham, New Jersey.
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Additional Photos

+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OA GENERAL CONTRACTING
5.0(
32
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Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very happy with the work done. The worker arrived early! I explained all the work required and he went straight to work and never even took a break. He was very knowledgeable and detail oriented. He saved us so much time and aggravation if we were to do the job ourselves. He was also very friendly, courteous and professional. We were even able to add on the mounting of some floating shelves to the job after he finished the initial agreed upon job. We would definitely use their services again. I highly recommend them."
Painting - Interior Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Painting - Interior Project
Handyman Services Project

+60

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

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

Pressure-treated decking may be worth it if you want a natural, insect- and rot-resistant decking material that will last for decades with proper maintenance. As such, it’s a much better option than untreated pine. Alternative wood decking materials like cedar and redwood tend to be less durable and more expensive. Some homeowners prefer composite decking, which is a low-maintenance alternative to wood but is also more costly.

If you want to make a deck cleaner from products already in your home, there are various options. The most common is to use a gentle blend of 1 gallon of warm water and 2 tablespoons of ammonia-free dish soap. You can also mix water with distilled vinegar. Sprinkling on some baking soda can help to remove mold and mildew. You can add oxygen bleach (but never damaging chlorine bleach) to the water and ammonia-free dish soap solution for something a bit stronger. 

Yes. Freestanding or floating decks are exactly what the name implies—structures with their own support beams. You can build a deck yourself and place it next to a house for the illusion of a connected deck without the hassle. Or you can construct it in a separate part of your yard for a dedicated outdoor entertainment space. For the purpose of removing a freestanding deck, the steps are the same as an attached deck, but you don’t have to cut the deck away from the home.

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