"Very friendly and professional. Showed up when scheduled to do so and completed the job to our liking. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a deck builder."
"Very professional, quality work and quality materials. Continued to work during extremely cold weather and finished work within a reasonable time frame. Will give a follow up review in March when they come back to stain the steps once the pressure treated wood has dried out. They exceeded my expectation."
Hi I'm Matty, I'm a local collage student studying at MTSU, I'm pretty handy and have all my own tools and a truck, so if you need some help this summer let me know
We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"First, I tried calling Angie’s list several times on phone to complain. I was just transferred from one person to another person. Finally I tried a different number and got a person who sent this link. Tried doing this back in June and by the time I finished writing it all, the computer acted weird and all info I put in was lost, not saved. Maybe that was on your end. At any rate, I’m going to make it shorter this time and get this legitimate complaint to your company once and for all. I previously/originally hired John (JRC HOME IMPROVEMENTS JHI) last November. All went good on that. Contacted him again early part of May to hang shelves, towel bars, curtain rod, couple pictures. Also told him wanted new weatherstripping around kitchen door, coming from garage. Basically the guy talks A LOT. When I showed him door, he then proceeded to tell me how it was messed up, blah, blah, blah from previous people. I CLEARLY EXPLAINED TO HIM that I was only renting this house. He showed me a small area on door that he said he could fix. I agreed to it because I thought it would be just that - a small fix. He got everything hung Monday. Came back next day (7th) to do the door. I left kitchen area, so I did not see that he had taken the entire door frame off. There was a lot of saw noise and when I came out to look, I saw he had entire door frame off. I did not say anything and I should have. He didn’t get there til almost 1:00, then left to get his son and didn’t return til almost 3:30-4:00. I was getting very upset by then. He finally got most of it done by almost 7. But it wasn’t all done as he said he had to come back and do small touch up paint. He had charged me $250 from day before. Which I paid in cash. He wanted $484.41 for this door. I think $219.41 is for supplies he bought to fix this door. I gave him another $200 in cash and put $284.41 on a card. I WAS SO UPSET, I JUST WANTED HIM GONE. The weekend went by & I finally called him Tuesday or Wednesday for him to come do touch up paint. I confronted him with it after he finished that up and basically said, this work was overpriced and I told you I only wanted some new weatherstripping and I come out here and you’re doing who knows what with this door….he said well I agreed to it and said he wasn’t giving me $200 back (I told him I thought he should give me back $200) then he asked which door would you like me to leave from? I feel I was OVERCHARGED VERY MUCH. for hanging a few things on the wall and new towel bars and tell him explicitly I only wanted new weatherstripping and HE suggested doing the work on the door, MAKING ME BELIEVE IT WOULD BE A MINOR, SMALL REPAIR AND IT TURNED INTO SOMETHING THAT HE CHARGED ME ALMOST $500 FOR? BECAUSE I HAD TO PAY $219 For the supplies- on detailed work that I never wanted to begin with? PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING ME A REFUND OF $200.00. THANK YOU."
"Elite pressure cleaned my driveway, house, detached building and stone retaining wall. They did an outstanding job. I would certainly recommend them to anyone needing these services."
"Proposal was developed after a review of the job in the field. Committed to do the work in a short period of time. This involved scaffolding to the second floor. Exterior of gutters were cleaned, shutters removed/repainted/remounted, porch re-grouted in the worst places and reattached missing bricks. Cleaned sidewalk. Repaired area in eave that the porr squirrels had chewed up when they got hungry. Surface prepped all areas to be painted, including metal vent housings. Replaced roof rubber seals around all sewer vents poking thru the roof of the 1st and 2nd floors. Did throrough cheanup after job completion. Re-worked leaking gutter on back of house over the deck. This job was manned up adequately so work got completed within 3 weeks. In other words, the workers showed up and the the work done without dragging out the job or asking for change orders. Communications was great between us and the contractor thourhout the job process. Really liked working with Robert Toling. No hidden ball tricks here. Just a good professional that does everything he writes down. He really does a great job communicating between everyone to be sure the job goes well. "
A ground-level deck is a great idea for an outdoor space because it’s easy to access and doesn't require stairs or railings. You can install a ground-level deck near your home or farther away on your property. You can place a ground-level deck around a pool, fire pit, or near a view such as a lake, pond, or area of trees.
It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion.
As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:
Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings.
Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard.
Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety.
Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.
Composite decking requires a solid foundation or substructure for support. This base is typically a frame composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame can be built from various materials, such as composite, plastic, timber, or metal, depending on your budget, deck type, and environmental conditions. For maximum stability, a professional deck builder may recommend installing this frame on top of a solid concrete base. It is best to discuss the most suitable substructure design and materials for your specific project with a professional.
Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.
There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.
The Buffalo Valley, TN homeowners’ guide to deck maintenance services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Deck maintenance is vital to protecting a wooden deck. Cleaning, staining and sealing a deck after pressure washing will add years to its lifespan. Protect a deck by following these deck maintenance tips for cedar and other types of wood materials.
Finding maintenance-free decking that works for your home, budget, and lifestyle can be challenging. This guide lists the 7 best low-maintenance deck materials.