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Nate Alford Construction
4.9(
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Serving Rapid City, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our Deck was replaced with pavers for fire mitigation. Nate did a super job laying the pavers on two separate levels. Because of the very good work that he did for us we had him come back and do several handyman projects in our home."
porch
full bathroom remodel
updated kitchen
barn loft stairs
custom patio

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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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GIG Coatings
4.8(
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Serving Rapid City, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gerald was great to work with! Responded , timely, and went above and beyond to get my fences repaired and stained! Highly recommend, a really nice man, and does a really nice job!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Wise Improvements
4.3(
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Serving Rapid City, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Wise is a well-educated individual. He was able to see ahead of what is to be built or repaired, he is also very knowledgeable, and knows how to order the correct parts!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can nail or screw composite decking, but 3-inch decking screws are the better fastener choice. Unlike nails, decking screws won’t back out of the composite material over time. There’s also little danger of splitting composite material when driving screws, so you don’t need to pre-drill holes unless otherwise recommended by your decking manufacturer.

While experienced DIYers may take on the challenge, hiring a licensed professional is often the best route, especially for larger or elevated structures. A local deck contractor is typically the best pro for the job, as they have specialized experience and are knowledgeable about local building codes, ensuring your deck is built safely and designed to last. Other professionals who can build a deck include general contractors and carpenters, who may be more readily available in some regions.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

A deck is typically attached to a house and accessed via the back door. Decks are usually constructed from wood or composite materials. A terrace, on the other hand, is a raised platform that can be attached to or detached from the house and is typically made from a hard-paved material, such as paving stones. Terraces can be built on the ground or on the roof of a home.

Be careful when choosing a product to help you remove ice from your wood deck. Never use sand, gravel, or salt, since these items can damage and scratch the wood. Instead, look for chemical de-icers that are marked as safe for wood decks or use hot water to melt snow and ice.

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