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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
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Serving Arcanum, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I dealt with Tim for the price and project details and then Jeff was the man who came out to do the job. The deck had previously been done by a guy who did not know what he was doing so Jeff power washed the entire deck and let it dry for 24 hours, then he sanded the deck and scrubbed it down with denatured alcohol to help remove any remaining paint from before. When the deck was dry, Jeff taped off everything and proceeded to edge everything before he rolled a nice thick layer of paint on the deck. We waited another 24 hours and Jeff returned to apply a nice second coat of paint on the entire deck. Tim and Jeff are very easy to work with and I will most certainly come back to them for future projects."
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L and M Home Improvement
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Serving Arcanum, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

L and M Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Richmond, IN and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you

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Handyman Matters of Dayton & Cincinnati
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Serving Arcanum, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

"The main drawback was that they did not call me ahead of time to let me know they were on their way. They showed up 45 minutes later than they said they would. The price was okay. They need to call the customer and let them know whats going on before they show up."
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KDK Construction
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Serving Arcanum, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I I like the integrity and professionalism of KDK . This contractor arrived promptly as promised and immediately started and completed my project. Now I have an outside vented microwave without the fumes of smoke from heavy cooking. Iâ m very Pleased with the job performed by KDK Construction !"
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Environment Control
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Serving Arcanum, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Environment Control sent two men to clean and powerwash our siding and driveway. We were very pleased with the results. They were efficient, well-equipped, and easy to work with. Highly recommend!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor 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 crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

For a 12x20-foot (240-square-foot) deck, you can expect to pay between $7,200 and $14,400. This cost is based on a general price of $30 to $60 per square foot. The final price will depend on factors such as the decking material, design complexity, deck type, location, and local labor costs. Keep in mind that add-ons will increase the total; for example, adding an under-deck drainage system to a deck of this size could cost an additional $7,700.

Expect to spend around $10,000 to $11,000 to replace a 20-by-20-foot deck. Using high-end materials like composite or exotic hardwoods can drive up the cost, as can custom features and design elements. You can also expect to pay more than average if your deck replacement requires a site evaluation or if you need the work done during the busy season.

Space deck handrail posts four to six feet apart. If the posts are more than six feet apart, the railing will be less able to withstand lateral forces and is more susceptible to breaking. Additionally, railing posts that are more than six feet apart may not be up to code, and you may face fines and be required to reinstall the posts to bring them up to code.

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