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Avatar for Gulf2Bay SoftWash
Gulf2Bay SoftWash
4.8(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolute Pros. Courteous and meticulous. Great job cleaning tough stain TRANSMISSION FLUID from driveway paving stones that leaked from engine. AND deck and flagstone walk."
Before & After Brick Patio
Brick Stoop W Railing
Pavers
Cedar Deck Restoration
Brick Patio

+24

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chameleon Painting, Inc.
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were prompt, outcome of the deck was beautiful. They were respectful of the property. I will have them back to do other paint jobs."
Living room
Kitchen/dining room
Living room
Family room
Bullhead, Bridgehampton

+21

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dwayne Painting Services
5.0(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience! He was professional, on time, and did very clean work. The paint came out beautiful and he paid attention to all the small details. He kept everything neat and finished the job when promised. Highly recommend!"
interior painting
before
interior painting
interior painting
interior painting

+32

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Sebonac Creek Landscape
4.6(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are in the middle of repairing our lawn which was destroyed by grubs and moles. Max has been treating and seeding it. It is looking better each day. He hasn't finished, but I have no doubt that it will be wonderful when he's done."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Enterprise Global Group
4.9(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gabrielle is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and reliable. We recently needed repairs on two of our new kitchen cabinets, and after contacting him, he was able to come by within hours to assess the issue and complete the repairs the very next day. His workmanship was exceptional, and the cabinets now look perfect. We truly appreciated his responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a skilled and dependable carpenter."
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel
Deck remodel

+1

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AMV Painting
5.0(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trusted Arnulfo and team to refinish multiple mahogany decks. They were very professional and we were greatly pleased with the results. We will surely use them again for both exterior and interior projects. Thanks!!!!"
Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen Cabinets
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Stone Quality Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Water Mill, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Skilled contractor knew exactly what I wanted, was clean, punctual and polite. I have recommend his services many times. Definitely a number you donâ t want to lose.!"
Front Door painted
Ceiling Painted
Shed Stained Door Painted
Deck Staining
Concrete Staining

+17

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

A wood deck requires annual cleaning and regular inspections for loose or broken boards, nails, and screws. It should be refinished by applying a stain or sealer every two to three years to protect the wood from water damage, rot, mildew, and sun fading. The exact frequency can depend on the climate and the deck's exposure to sun and moisture. If your deck is painted, it will need repainting approximately every 10 years. Signs that your deck needs refinishing include faded, splintering, or warping boards.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

While eco-friendly decking, also called composite decking, is a win for the environment because it consists of recycled materials, it has trade-offs. These sustainable options often come with steeper price tags, lack natural wood's warm look, and can become uncomfortably hot under full sun. Some composite materials can also become slick when wet, posing a potential hazard.

As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:

  • Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings. 

  • Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard. 

  • Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety. 

  • Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.

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