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Drobish Quality Lawn Care, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Three summer properties. He maintains all three properties, on a weekly basis, when we are away. Including spreading salt, during the winter. Highly recommend."
Mulch Prep
Mulching complete
Mowing
Mowing
Mowing

+96

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PPHI
4.7(
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job, very professional, courteous, and timely. Rob handled everything on my project, the job site was always very clean and tidy throughout. He was punctualand reliable. Most important, he's an extremely nice guy. He's one of those type of people that you feel like you have known forever after having just met him. He is now my go to guy!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Uzis Contracting
4.2(
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"I contacted him on a Thursday and he came to do the job the next Monday! Took 1 day to get it done. It’s exactly what I described that I wanted and pricing was fair. Will definitely use him for future projects."
Replace ac
Deck repair
Welding
Remodel
Handymen Project

+97

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rose of Sharon Construction
3.9(
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr Anderson Serverino was very polite and knowledgeable. I needed a foundation for my shed, he built the shed, he installed my storm door and he made my white brick fence look very nice! He was able to do things I did not know I needed and I was very pleased with him! Any future projects I look forward to using him again."
Bathroom remodeling
Home improvement
Home improvement
Home improvement
Home improvement

+11

Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
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RTC Property Maintenance
4.0(
2
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

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"The job was done well and it was obvious that he had the many years of experience he talked about. The problem was that he was a one man show and missed many days of work due to snow removal responsibilities. I would use him again, but not for a job in the winter where being on a schedule was paramount. His price was very fair, he used the top quality materials that he said he would and I will use him to do the exterior of my house this summer, but I learned the scheduling limitations."
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B&D Remodeling
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Serving Nicholson, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

B&D Remodelin is committed to excellence in 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

You typically don’t need a railing and handrails on a deck that’s less than 30 inches from the ground. However, consider adding them regardless. Railings provide additional safety for you and your guests who use your deck—plus, railings give the deck a more finished look than it would have without them.

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.

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

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