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AJED Soft Washing
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was excellent. Joshua got in touch with me immediately after I requested a quote. Every time he said he would call he did and when he said he would be there he was. Wonderful job!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Stives Construction, LLC
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Stives construction is very knowledgeable, reliable, respectful and does a very professional job. They have done multiple jobs for me and I will continue to use this company. His pricing is very reasonable. I referred this company to multiple friends and they have done a jam up job and they are very pleased with the professional skills and service. I recommend Stives construction for any construction jobs or any handyman jobs as well. You will be satisfied."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Local Security
3.5(
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Making sure your family is protected. Local Security is one of the largest national home security partners in the United States. We offer DIY home security products and installation which are simple and quick to install. We can have your home security system installed and monitored within 24 hours to make sure you get immediate assistance in helping to protect your home and loved ones. Once your home is equipped with a security system, it is connected to a network of Monitoring Centers nationwide. Local Security helps thousands of people each year find peace of mind through home security protection. We are an all-American company with a national, coast-to-coast footprint so we can reach our customers anytime and anywhere they need home security assistance. You can count on your Security Advisor to take the time to set up your system properly, help you understand how the system works, and help make sure your home and family are thoroughly protected\n

Proper Lyke Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time3 days
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Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

Snowblowers come in three different sizes: first-, second-, and third-stage blowers. Each additional stage is larger with higher intakes, more powerful, and has more gear options.

A first-stage blower, also called a snow thrower, is usually best for snow 6 to 8 inches or below. Electric snow blowers are usually only available in this size. If you regularly get snow that’s well above six inches, consider a second-stage snow blower. If snowstorms dump 2 to 3 feet of snow repeatedly during winter, you need a third-stage snow blower to tackle it.

Some commercial services use sand when clearing ice, but that’s to add instant traction, not to melt the ice. While you can scatter kitty litter, sand, or similar substances on steps, paths, or porches to improve safety during icy conditions, they won’t help melt hardened ice. Rely on salt or other de-icing methods to fully melt away stubborn ice.

The fastest and most effective way to remove snow from a driveway is by using a powerful snow blower, such as a two- or three-stage model, which can clear the area in minutes. Other helpful options include a snow thrower, a wheelbarrow plow, and even a leaf blower for lighter snow. If you need immediate help, consider hiring a professional snow removal company to take care of it for you.

Roof raking helps clear snowfall from your roof and, in turn, you hope that this prevents ice dams. But can roof raking actually cause them? Generally, no, it cannot. But you should note that while, in some cases, you might successfully prevent ice dams from forming near the edge of your roof by keeping it cleared with a roof rake, they could still form higher up on the roof, where you are unable to reach. This may leave you wondering: Does roof raking prevent ice dams? While it is not a 100% guaranteed way to prevent them, it does help.

Generally, snow removal from a roof should occur once over six inches of snow accumulates, especially if you notice that ice dams have formed. Without ice dams, you can let the snow accumulation hit 12 inches before removing it. However, the amount of snow that is too much for your roof also depends on the sturdiness of your roof and the compactness of the snow. If your roof needs maintenance or has structural issues, it’s best not to let the snow accumulate too much for fear of collapsing.

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