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Q: Do I need to install footings under my floating deck?

• <div><p>In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck&rsquo;s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground. </p></div>

Q: Why is composite decking so much more expensive than wood?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-install-composite-decking.htm">Composite decking</a> might cost more upfront, but it delivers value in terms of durability. Unlike wood, composite material resists common deck problems such as rotting, fading, warping, and all the other things you don&rsquo;t want a deck to do. The extra processes lead to a higher price tag, but you&rsquo;ll save big in maintenance costs down the road.</p></div>

Q: Why is my deck leaning to one side?

• <div><p>The most likely causes of a deck leaning to one side are damaged deck posts, soil erosion, and inadequate deck footings. If you&rsquo;re not sure about the exact cause, the best option is to call a contractor <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-hire-deck-building-contractor.htm">who can build a deck</a> to inspect the damage and recommend the best way forward.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare the ground under the deck?

• <div><p>Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home&rsquo;s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-regrade-around-my-house-foundation.htm">regrades the dirt under the deck</a>, you then can add materials over the top.</p></div>

Q: Can I build a deck over my HVAC unit?

• <div><p>Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don&rsquo;t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-floating-deck.htm">build a floating deck</a> in another part of your yard&mdash;again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.</p></div>

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TNT tree removal was very friendly and professional. The service was very quick. They cut me a great deal and away the trees and removed the stumps. I like that I came home to a clean removal each day. I would recommend and use them again.
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Reviewed in July 2025
did a good job. also was checking other possible issues and explanations on those issue and suggested possible solutions. very happy with the job.
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Reviewed in June 2025
Great job!!! Would definitely hire again!
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Reviewed in May 2024
Very well! Very friendly and kept asking if everything was alright make my sure it was exactly how we wanted it!
R&C Home Repair LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
She is excellent and the people that work with her are good.
Leslies Cleaning
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Reviewed in December 2022
These guys are fantastic! Super nice crew and very flexible! Definitely are top notch!
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Our movers were friendly, courteous, professional, hard working and simply a pleasure to do business with. They arrived exactly on time and went right to work, taking care to transport each item carefully and pack it perfectly. Highly recommend!!!!
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Reviewed in December 2021
Project went smooth from start to finish. Definitely added insight onto how the project should work versus what I was originally expecting and the finished product turned out way better than what I had envisioned.
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Reviewed in November 2021
Excellent!! Worked with Bruce to remove dead standing spruce of 40+foot.. good and reasonable price done on a handshake.. careful, cleaned up, knew we were in good hands … I would recommend this service 100%… and they came out to Salem …and still price was great… AWESOME!!!!
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Ryan is prom and did an excellent job removing the debris and leveling the ground. I would highly recommend Ryan.
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JB Construction LLC.

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with JB construction , they built our deck exactly as we envisioned , we?re easy to work with and delivered quality craftsmanship, highly recommended them for any project"

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Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed 3 custom built-in bookshelves and Linden did a fantastic job getting us exactly what we needed! He is professional, prompt, communicative and easy to work with. Craftsmanship was outstanding. He takes great pride in his work and we would definitely recommend him to others!"

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Response time2 days

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The Grand Rising Group

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"did a good job. also was checking other possible issues and explanations on those issue and suggested possible solutions. very happy with the job."

Response time8 hrs

Response rate98%

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Customers say: Quick response

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade. Call us today you be glad you did!

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Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"JWM exceeded expectations. Professional, friendly & willing to go the extra mile to get work done! If something doesnt meet expectations, they have no problem adjusting to meet them. Highly recommend!"

+21

Response time3 days

Response rate93%

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Falls Finish Works LLC

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

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Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

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Welcome to A & H Construction LLC. We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"I thought the quality was good."

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful experience. Wonderful work. I am very happy and so glad I hired them."

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Response time1 hour

Response rate95%

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Serving Salem, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"We love our new front porch! Dave was very professional and prompt. We will definitely use this company for additional home repairs."

Response time1 day

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

In most cases, your deck will need some form of deck footing to hold it in place, preventing moisture from rotting your wood and decreasing your deck’s lifespan. Concrete deck blocks are the most common type of footing for floating decks. Some homeowners use ground-level deck footings. For added security, consider digging and laying your ground-level footings below ground.

Composite decking might cost more upfront, but it delivers value in terms of durability. Unlike wood, composite material resists common deck problems such as rotting, fading, warping, and all the other things you don’t want a deck to do. The extra processes lead to a higher price tag, but you’ll save big in maintenance costs down the road.

The most likely causes of a deck leaning to one side are damaged deck posts, soil erosion, and inadequate deck footings. If you’re not sure about the exact cause, the best option is to call a contractor who can build a deck to inspect the damage and recommend the best way forward.

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

Yes, you can build a deck over your outdoor HVAC unit, but you need to leave at least 5 feet of vertical clearance above the unit. If you don’t want your deck to be that high off the ground, you could build a floating deck in another part of your yard—again, as long as you leave at least 4 feet of horizontal space between the deck and your AC unit.

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