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RiverBend Contracting, LLC
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Serving Scotland, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nathan, owner of River Bend contracting built a floating deck for me next to my camper at Meridian Bridge RV Resort. I had some specific ideas on the design, which included separate steps and fenced area for my dog. After working with other contractors in the past, communication has become a top priority! Nathan was fantastic! I completely understand construction time lines are estimates and I even contributed to that estimated completion date by adding extras during my deck construction. Every day, Nathan let me know his schedule for the following day. When I left to stay at my permanent home for a couple of days, he sent pictures everyday to show me the progress. I was never left wondering if someone was going to be there working on my deck. The finished deck is outstanding! Nathan is a skilled contractor who completes your project with the same amount of mastery, pride and perfectionism as if he was building it for himself. I highly recommend River Bend Construction for your next home project. If you would like to see their fantastic work, drive by site 615 at Meridian Bridge RV Resort to admire the workmanship exhibited on my new deck!"
Finished Deck
shower/tub install
Privacy Fence
Privacy fence
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trublue of Sioux Empire
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Serving Scotland, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Very pleased with the service. very clean, easy and professional work. Highly recommend John and his team!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
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Ray's Painting
5.0(
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Serving Scotland, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick, very professional, the entire crew was extremely professional and kind. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for any type of painting or more!"
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JWM Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Scotland, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired these JWM twice now. And both times they did a great job. They will be the first guys I call when I go at my next project. If you're reading this you should hire these guys."
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Response time3 days
Response rate89%
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Welcome Home Moving Services
5.0(
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Serving Scotland, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"They were excellent, I would highly recommend. Everyone was very professional and showed up right when they said they would. They were gentle and everything arrived intact. They had us on the road in no time."
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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

It’s necessary for paint to completely dry before exposure to rain, and that drying time varies by the type of paint used. Oil-based paint takes 6 to 8 hours to dry on average, meaning that’s the minimum time needed between the last brush stroke and the first raindrop. Latex paint dries faster at around 1 hour, and acrylic paint is even quicker, usually drying in about 30 minutes. If rain is in the forecast, check the paint manufacturer's details before laying on a new coat. 

Hot, intense sunshine can cause your stain to dry too quickly, which could lead it to look uneven or patchy. If you’re staining the deck during hotter months, it’s best to do it in the morning or evening once the wood has had time to cool down. If you’re staining in cooler weather with less sunshine, the time of day won’t make as much of a difference.

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

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