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Avatar for Marlons Repair
Marlons Repair
4.8(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Summerset, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Marlon was able to repair a damaged facia in the most efficient way. He then constructed a new roof on my deck. If the deck roof ever falls apart it won't be because of Marlon's work. He has an amazing work ethic. I would recommend him to anyone needing work done."
Deck and remodel
Deck and remodel
Deck and remodel
Deck and remodel
Deck and remodel

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GIG Coatings
GIG Coatings
4.8(
3
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Summerset, SD and surrounding areas

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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Claymoore Residential and Commercial Painting, LLC
Claymoore Residential and Commercial Painting, LLC
4.3(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Summerset, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Claymoore Residential and Commercial Painting to paint the exterior of my 2-story house. Very fair price, good communication through the entire process, cleaned up at the end of each day, and most importantly I am completely satisfied with the end results. I would recommend without a doubt."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

You typically don’t need a railing and handrails on a deck that’s less than 30 inches from the ground. However, consider adding them regardless. Railings provide additional safety for you and your guests who use your deck—plus, railings give the deck a more finished look than it would have without them.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

It's okay to walk on a newly painted deck after about four to six hours as long as the weather has been dry. Be sure to wait at least 24 hours before you place any outdoor furniture or grills on a freshly painted deck, though.

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