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Al's Remodel
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Germantown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Very professional and pristine work. The work he did for me on my wrought iron chairs looked better than if i’d purchased them brand new. I will certainly call on him any for any work I need. Also, the price was extremely fair."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+37

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Madhatter Home Service
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Germantown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Will definately call this Pro again ! He fixed my dryer ordered parts and did pickup for more parts needed very quickly. He is extremely reliable and trustworthy. The initial service call / and service is priced very reasonable and I was not overcharged for once (: This is the pro I want to do all of my home repairs ."
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Hondupaint
3.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Germantown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex was great!! Came in to give a free quote same day of the call and gave us detailed information about all materials-he even went shopping with us so we would get the right materials!! His employee was also wonderful and worked fast, finished a day earlier than planned. Overall very satisfied with the experience and would highly recommend!"
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+164

Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Composite decking requires a solid foundation, substructure, or subframe to ensure stability. This base is typically composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame's joists can be built from various materials like composite, plastic, timber, or metal, as long as the base can support the deck's weight without shifting. A professional deck builder might recommend installing the frame on a solid concrete base for added durability. The final design and materials for the substructure will depend on your budget, the type of deck, and environmental conditions.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

Footings for ground-level decks need to be at least 12 inches deep, and some areas require them to be even deeper. A standard range for deck footings is anywhere from 12 to 48 inches. The minimum footing depth is determined by an area’s frost line and soil conditions. If you’re unsure how deep to install deck footings, check local building codes to find the minimum footing depth in your area. 

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

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