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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris with Friesen Family Renovations, LLC was very professional and thorough in the work he has completed. He installed a new screen door, replaced my tub stem and faucet, repaired my subfloor in the kitchen and installed brand new LVP flooring to replace old and water damaged flooring. He also mounted a television for me, and did some drywall repairs as well. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for quality and dependable work!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Gingies Home Solutions LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Actually, this pro found ME!! I had been searching for someone to help me with a board on my deck that needed to be removed and replaced. No luck. It seemed that no one wanted to be bothered with a small job. Then I had a phone call from Vance Thomas who was interested in helping me! We scheduled a time when he could here and check out the project. It turned out that 5 other deck boards also needed to be replaced. He gave me a very fair estimate, got all materials ready and the work was done yesterday! Sometime in August when the weather is dry, the deck will be painted by either me (or Vance if he agrees), and he'll then powerwash the deck and then seal it! I am so grateful to have found this person who takes joy in helping others. I highly recommend him. :)"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
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Hubby For Hire
4.6(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We can't say enough good things. Steve and his crew did top notch excellent work. They took an ugly back porch area and built it into a beautiful room with a butlers bathroom.They installed new walls. windows, new entry door and new screen door to room. Then finished and painted rooms. Steve made a beautiful custom sliding barn door for bathroom.They painted the eves on house and painted the house and fixed everything on house that needed fixed. Sage is so sweet and an excellent painter. They are very honest, kind, family oriented and reliable people. They went above and beyond. ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT WORK!!!!! We highly recommend!!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Kiss Coatings
4.2(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I purchased a big deal from Angie's List and their services turned out great. I did not pay anything extra other than the big deal purchase. They were very good and I would like to give them an "A" across the board."
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Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Kirty Lowes Multi Service
4.5(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The weather was hot and humid and it stormed on the last day !! Kirt did an excellent job!! It is costly to build a deck and get the material you want. Kirt got material from 2 places getting what he needed. I love my deck/porch !!!"
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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
MRD Inc
4.0(
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Serving Salem, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HIGHLY RECCOMEND MRD ( CHRIS ) TO ANYONE!!!!!!!! WE GAVE HIM KEYS TO THE HOUSE AND THEY WORKED WHILE WE WERE OUT EVERYDAY EVEN SATURDAYS!!! CHRIS HAD KEYS TO OUR HOUSE NOW HOW MANY PEOPLE WOULD GIVE THE KEYS TO STRANGERS??? WELL THEY ARE THAT TRUSTING AND WORTH EVERY PENNY, THEY WILL DOING WORK FOR US AGAIN AND AGAIN WE KEEP UPDATING OUR HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

A sunroom will add more value to your home than a deck, but with a much higher up-front cost. Depending on its construction and function, a sunroom may be counted as additional living space, while a deck is strictly an outdoor feature. Both will increase your home’s value, but the sunroom will have a much bigger effect.

Both composite and PVC decking are excellent alternatives to wood. However, while composite is moderately priced and lasts around 30 years, PVC costs more and lasts longer. PVC is also more durable, though both materials are more durable than wood decking. Ultimately, the choice between composite and PVC decking will come down to your budget and preferences.

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.

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.

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

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