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Robert's Painting Solutions
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Roaming Shores, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Mr. Berdine was by far the most professional and friendly contractor that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I would highly recommend and of his services and will be using him again on my next home improvement project!"
Jefferson house 11
Jefferson house 11
Jefferson house 11
Jefferson house 11
Jefferson house 11

+549

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Millennium Masonry
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Roaming Shores, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"From my first phone call they were very good at communicating with me and keeping appointments. Doug is truly an artist. He was also very accommodating with the changes I made prior to the work. My fireplace is absolutely beautiful."
Great room stone
Great room stone
Great room stone
Great room stone
Great room stone

+73

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

It is possible to build your own deck, but it’s typically better to leave the work to a decking professional. Decks can be exceptionally complicated, especially if you want a wrap-around or second-story deck, and you don’t want to risk making an expensive or dangerous mistake. It’s usually better to hire a decking pro who can pull permits and build a structurally sound deck that will last for decades and provide the maximum return on investment.

Decks require several inspections during and after the building process, but the specifics vary depending on where you live. Most areas mandate that decks comply with local building codes and safety regulations for the foundation, framing, and structure. Some pros recommend a footing inspection, which verifies the depth, width, and location of the various footings to ensure they offer enough foundational support.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

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