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Avatar for The Deck Doctor House Medic & Painting Too
The Deck Doctor House Medic & Painting Too
4.5(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lakeside Marblehead, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The deck was a complete disaster when I bought my house. I truly needed an exorcism. It was splintering, sun beaten and faded. Terry's crew came over, power washed the deck to a smooth surface, it restored the wood and then sprayed the deck. They showed up promptly for the work, were very efficient and I was stunned with how amazing my deck came out. Looked like a whole new deck. Will be hiring them again in the future. Amazing work."
Deck repair and staining
Deck boards replacement
Deck repair and staining
Deck staining
Deck repair and staining

+58

Response time1 day
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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NWO Exterior Cleaning
New to Angi
Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lakeside Marblehead, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

NWO Exterior Cleaning is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have been in business since 2022, and our accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time2 days
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Linkey's Handyman and Home Improvement
4.9(
4
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lakeside Marblehead, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On time, on budget, excellent workmanship. Gave us suggestions, that we took, that improved our deck replacement project. They were respectful of us, each other and the work project.We highly recommend them and are having them back for other smaller projects."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nexus Property Care
3.9(
4
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lakeside Marblehead, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dry, very pleased with Nexus and recommend this company w/o reservations. They were prompt, knowledgable, skilled, and thorough. The deck and stairway replacements represent a major improvement over the original installation. Further we very much appreciated their thoughtful and curious approach to the work!"
Nexus Property Care - House Wash / Pressure Wash
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing
Pressure Washing

+3

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

PVC decking might be long-lasting, but this synthetic material lacks​​ the natural aesthetic or sustainability of wood decking. If you want to match your decking to your new garden furniture or just freshen up the faded surface, it’s not usually possible to paint PVC decking. When comparing PVC to composite decking, PVC is pricier and more prone to warping in hot regions.

Building a deck isn't too hard if you’re handy with carpentry, have the necessary tools, and are willing to put effort into it. However, other factors, such as plans, permits, and design, can be hard if you don’t have experience in those areas.

Note: You’ll need another person to help you build the deck (especially for framing and setting the beams). Building a deck yourself will be very difficult if you don’t have an extra set of hands to help.

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.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

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