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Q: How long does stain last?

• <div><p>A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth sanding a deck?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-refinish-deck.htm">deck refinishing process</a>. 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.</p></div>

Q: Does decking oil stop algae?

• <div><p>Many decking oils can help slow down algae growth, but they don't completely stop it. These oils work by sealing the wood, which reduces moisture and, therefore, algae growth. Some decking oils also help protect against UV damage, but they need to be reapplied according to the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions to ensure the decking stays protected.</p></div>

Q: How many coats of stain is too much?

• <div><p>Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don&rsquo;t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.</p></div>

Q: How long should I season my deck before staining?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

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Ryon and team were great to work with. Their attention to detail was exactly what was needed to repair the garage and house dryvit. They were able to finish the garage in the dryvit color we planned to paint the house and it matched up perfectly. I will be using Kaster’s again for any dryvit...
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I Had two 80ft Oak trees that needed to come down in my backyard. There was a deck, fence, and shed under the trees. They brought both trees down without a scratch on anything in my yard. Very professional work.
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Reviewed in March 2022
I was very happy with the work that was done. Ron made drywall repairs and installed custom wainscotting. It really looks great, just as we had imagined. He also installed trim around an exterior window that I had installed. Pricing was fair and the work was completed in a timely manner.
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Reviewed in September 2018
Brian's a good guy and always responds in a timely manner. Built a composite deck for me and looks good but his rates are high so I took a star off. Time will tell whether or not he was worth the additional $17 a square foot more than what home advisor said
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"Did a great job. The painters were very professional and kept the property clean during painting. Re-stained my front door and painted shutters and other outdoor areas. Really freshened up my property at a pretty good price. Would recommend!"

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"Allen stained a pergola, power washed some of the outside of my house, fixed soffit and replaced a piece of fascia. All his work is excellent, he is very meticulous, certainly met all my expectations. I would highly recommend Allen to anyone. He is professional, on time, and cleans up after working. I am very pleased with the results. I will definitely have him back."

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"Mike did a wonderful job painting. We had agreed on another project, and he never showed up, returned my calls or texts... we are perplexed!"

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"Wow, it was fast. They showed up and went right to work. Before I knew it they were finished and the deck looks beautiful. My wife really likes the way it turned out. Professional and friendly. Would recomend them for any painting or staining projects."

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"They were professional and the job they completed was wonderful"

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"Reliable, hard worker. John did an excellent job power washing our deck and applying beautiful oil stain."

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"They did an excellent job! I will be hiring them for more work in the future!"

These three pillars were fun to paint. We painted the white trim boxes as well as the gray.

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"He arrived on time as scheduled. He worked diligently preparing then coating our floor. The seal coat didn’t come out perfect so he returned and added two more coats! Very professional and very personable. Highly recommend John!!"

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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"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."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

A properly applied coat of stain will last between 3 and 8 years, depending on your climate. If you live in a place where your fence experiences a lot of moisture or high heat, your stain will last for a shorter period than in more temperate conditions. We recommend reapplying stain every 3 to 5 years to keep your wood in good condition.

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.

Many decking oils can help slow down algae growth, but they don't completely stop it. These oils work by sealing the wood, which reduces moisture and, therefore, algae growth. Some decking oils also help protect against UV damage, but they need to be reapplied according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the decking stays protected.

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

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.

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