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Avatar for Wilts Property Maintenance & Design, LLC
Wilts Property Maintenance & Design, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

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"Very consistent and well planned with yard cleanup and tree cutting. Suggestion for saving a flowering tree greatly appreciated. Will hire again for future work."
Response time2 days
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Aaron's Landscaping
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Customers say: Quick response

"Aaron and his team did a great job helping us remove several large shrubs and trim several others. Their rates are beyond fair and they are super nice guys. We will definitely be calling them again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Asper's Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Mike was very professional and did an amazing job. He was also very responsible priced. I am hiring him to update my deck around the pool. He will be my go to Handyman."
Door replacement
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New door
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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ALC Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the second time we had Anthony and his son out to do work, and we were as satisfied as we were the first time. They finished the job promptly and professionally, and, as usual, stuck to the price quoted. We plan to hire them again next time we need work done."
Painting bedroom
Building butcher block countertop for a office des
Butcher block desk
Newly built hand railing and supports
Newly built custom fence

+39

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just 4 JACKs LLC
4.6(
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Choya and Abbey are great to work with. They go out of their way to provide quality and timely service. Very pleased with their first project and have since hired them to replace my carpet with laminate flooring and when that is completed there will be several other projects. Choya has the knowledge of all aspects of home maintenance and repair and the rates are reasonable."
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Split Rail fence

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Response time11 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Colmar Contracting
4.7(
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Serving Littlestown, PA and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Colmar Contracting is the best. We contacted four separate contractors in May/June for estimates to paint our home this summer. We were reluctant to bring in others to work on our home as we try to do all of our own house projects. Painting is not one of our strengths and therefore we decided to contract out for quality of work and timely completion of such a large project. With most estimates being fairly similar, we decided to work with Colmar and were not disappointed. Along with listening to our ideas as to what we wanted, they also provided expert insight into those ideas and helped shape our final decisions. The painters showed up promptly and ready to work hard every day. They were very accommodating to me as I was off work and home during the time frame they were working in our home. The painters were friendly, courteous, and attentive to our requests. They finished painting our entire home in only eight days. Our biggest concern was attention to detail and we are very impressed with the quality of their wok as well as their willingness to meet our demands and go above and beyond expectations. We look forward to working with Colmar Contracting in the future and recommend their services without reservation!
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

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.

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface 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 essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Yes, Ipe is more expensive than Trex decking—both in terms of materials and installation (plus, Ipe trees are endangered). On average, Ipe decking costs $10 to $25 per square foot, while Trex decking costs $5 to $12 per square foot. Because Ipe is harder to work with, the price of installation is higher, too. For Ipe decking, you’ll pay between $20 and $45 per square foot for labor. However, with Trex decking, the labor costs range from $8 to $22 per square foot.

Routine cleaning, sealing/staining, and inspection prolong deck life and appearance.

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