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Harmon's Handyman
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

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"I stained my siding smoking meat and it was dirty just from the elements. Hired jordan to do it because i just couldn’t find the time to do it myself and he did very good job. I recommend him for anything you need done"
Soffit/fascia repair
Soffit/fascia repair
Pressure washing
Pressure washing
 exterior door trim

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Gray's Woods Home Improvement, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josh did an amazing job staining and cleaning my deck last spring. He recently just completed my backsplash, painted my whole interior of my house, and hung islands and ceiling fans. He was very professional and had great communication throughout the whole process. I would definitely recommend him for any home needs and I will be reaching out to him again for future projects!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wolf Brothers Painting, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Matt painted my living room and kitchen of my new house, and it looks beautiful. I am absolutely, completely satisfied with 95% of it. There are a couple walls, however, with some uneven spots and dripping that looks like that work was rushed at the very end."
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Residential interior
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Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Outdoor Motivation
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Covid 19 update\nPlease contact Travis at 814-660-1434\nOutdoor Motivation is your number one outdoor expert in East Freedom! Our passion and experience shine through on every job, big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and building long-lasting business relationships with our clients. Call or text your ideas today for a free estimate!

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

The cost to build a second-story deck averages $4,800, though the actual price could range as low as $420 to upwards of $16,000. While labor costs range between 35% and 50% of the total project cost, the materials and complexity of design will ultimately lead you to save or spend more money on this home addition.

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.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

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