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Stevens Contractor Services
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Serving Bluff Dale, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bobby constantly stayed in touch, respected my desire to buy materials from a local small business, started the job as agreed, and went above and beyond. To get the deck level, they had to level the trailer. I’m replacing one deck, they also used excess material to rebuild the worn out picnic table. They clean up every day, and we’re just super nice people. Very professional, and cared so much about making us happy. Stevens Contractor Services is a gem in an area where it can be hard to find good work."
Beginning Process
Beginning Process
trim and paint
Beginning Process
clean up

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hall Masonry
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Serving Bluff Dale, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"While chain link fencing is expensive you wonâ t find a better person to install it for you. He created a work of art. I highly recommend!"
Stone and Brick
Stone column
Brick Fireplace
Stone Fireplace
Stone and Brick

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Pressurewashtx.Com
5.0(
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Serving Bluff Dale, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great! They arrived at the time they promised. They were careful around my shrubs. The brick and siding of the house looked great and I was shocked at the difference having the driveway pressure washed made. I have asked them to contact me every 6 months to have it done again."
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Chambers Carpet Cleaning Service
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Serving Bluff Dale, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"When we bought our house we struggled to get rid of pet odor left behind by previous owners. No matter how much I mopped I could not get rid of the smell. Chambers Carpet Cleaning Services not only left my tiled floors cleaner than I had ever seen them but they got rid of the pet odor."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

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.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

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.

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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