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A+ Construction

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A+ Construction

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Here at A+ Construction we can provide quality residential home improvement at a fair price. We are capable of a variety of home repairs and services, specializing in: kitchen and bath remodeling, flooring, painting, including your plumbing and electrical needs. Exterior work such as roofing, decks, french drains, and landscaping. No job is too small, we also do handyman work, we can do it all.

Here at A+ Construction we can provide quality residential home improvement at a fair price. We are capable of a variety of home repairs and services, specializing in: kitchen and bath remodeling, flooring, painting, including your plumbing and electrical needs. Exterior work such as roofing, decks, french drains, and landscaping. No job is too small, we also do handyman work, we can do it all.

Jay's landscaping services

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Jay's landscaping services

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9 years of experience

Mowing and basic maintenance of lawns. We also do landscaping such as flower beds old or new, Bush removal, Bush shaping leveling and trimming, complete Landscaping demolition, landscaping design, rebuild, basic tree work, yard debris brush removal, power washing of decks & siding driveways and sidewalks

Mowing and basic maintenance of lawns. We also do landscaping such as flower beds old or new, Bush removal, Bush shaping leveling and trimming, complete Landscaping demolition, landscaping design, rebuild, basic tree work, yard debris brush removal, power washing of decks & siding driveways and sidewalks

MoistureTech Consulting

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MoistureTech Consulting

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35 years of experience

My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.

My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.

Appalachian Handyman Services

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Appalachian Handyman Services

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11 years of experience

Appalachian Handyman Services is based out of Morgantown and is operated soley by the owner. Estimates are offered for free and the majority of jobs are billed on a competitive hourly basis. AHS is a registered WV business and is also insured.

Appalachian Handyman Services is based out of Morgantown and is operated soley by the owner. Estimates are offered for free and the majority of jobs are billed on a competitive hourly basis. AHS is a registered WV business and is also insured.

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can either nail or screw deck boards according to your preference. We recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws in this guide because screws offer superior holding powder over time. If you’re using screws, you can minimize the risk of cracking the boards by drilling small pilot holes before securing the boards to the deck joists.

PVC decking can get slippery when wet because it’s made from plastic. However, composite and wood decking can also be slippery when wet. It’s best to wear shoes with grippy soles when walking on a wet deck, no matter the material, and to be extra cautious not to slip and fall down.

The main cause of a rotting porch post is prolonged exposure to moisture. So, the best way to prevent rot is to eliminate and guard against moisture.

  • Use wood caulk to seal any cracks, openings, or areas along the post where water is likely to pool.

  • Secure porch posts into concrete, if possible.

  • Cover wooden posts with protective sleeves or wraps, often made of vinyl.

  • Install metal post anchors for extra support.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Eco-friendly materials include sustainably-sourced woods, recycled metals, low-VOC paints, and non-toxic sealants, which reduce environmental impact. Using these in repairs promotes sustainability and can improve indoor air quality and overall building health.

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