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Firebird Home Repair, Remodelling, & Landscaping

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Firebird Home Repair, Remodelling, & Landscaping

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Private owned and operated small hometown company dedicated to customer service, quality work, and good value for the home owner. Small jobs are generally billed at a simply hourly rate, larger projects require a bid and quote.

Private owned and operated small hometown company dedicated to customer service, quality work, and good value for the home owner. Small jobs are generally billed at a simply hourly rate, larger projects require a bid and quote.

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Fence Defender

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Fence Defender

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fence Defender in Lubbock, TX offers premium staining services, using state of the art equipment to beautify and protect your investment. Our professionally licensed crews hold an Applicators Certificate awarded to companies who have successfully completed professional training courses. We are featured annually on properties in the Lubbock Parade of Homes. WHY STAIN? When you leave wood surfaces unprotected, the natural oils are leeched out by the elements, causing it to turn gray and form mildew on the surface. Result? An ugly, gray fence, certain to warp, split, rot and age prematurely.

Fence Defender in Lubbock, TX offers premium staining services, using state of the art equipment to beautify and protect your investment. Our professionally licensed crews hold an Applicators Certificate awarded to companies who have successfully completed professional training courses. We are featured annually on properties in the Lubbock Parade of Homes. WHY STAIN? When you leave wood surfaces unprotected, the natural oils are leeched out by the elements, causing it to turn gray and form mildew on the surface. Result? An ugly, gray fence, certain to warp, split, rot and age prematurely.

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rays holiday lighting and landscaping

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rays holiday lighting and landscaping

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27 years of experience

I don't hve a lot of employees I try to be the only one doing the job cuz I would rather work with the person who hires me one on one so the job can get done rite.

I don't hve a lot of employees I try to be the only one doing the job cuz I would rather work with the person who hires me one on one so the job can get done rite.

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Family Hernandez Cleaning

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Family Hernandez Cleaning

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12 years of experience

Cleaning business for homes/businesses/apartments Handyman Services Remodeling Lawncare and Landscaping Sprinkler repair

Cleaning business for homes/businesses/apartments Handyman Services Remodeling Lawncare and Landscaping Sprinkler repair

Dustan Harber Construction

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Dustan Harber Construction

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12 years of experience

Honest local company committed to creating your dream home. I pride myself on quality and perfection and guarantee my work. Cash, check and credit card are accepted. In most cases no down payment is required.

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Allen S on September 2020

Honest local company committed to creating your dream home. I pride myself on quality and perfection and guarantee my work. Cash, check and credit card are accepted. In most cases no down payment is required.

"Job wasn’t completed."

Allen S on September 2020

Trim Monkey Carpentry and Design

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Trim Monkey Carpentry and Design

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Hello, we are a LLC business that put out the highest quality professionalism and honest and hard working in the woodworking industry Custom Cabinets,trim,doors,windows,decks,pergolas, painting, interior and exterior And home remodel

Hello, we are a LLC business that put out the highest quality professionalism and honest and hard working in the woodworking industry Custom Cabinets,trim,doors,windows,decks,pergolas, painting, interior and exterior And home remodel

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

You can either nail or screw deck boards according to your preference. We recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws in this guide because screws offer superior holding powder over time. If you’re using screws, you can minimize the risk of cracking the boards by drilling small pilot holes before securing the boards to the deck joists.

While the chemical, copper-based coating on pressure-treated wood offers protection from rot and pests, it’s not a silver bullet. An added sealant will help protect the wood further, though sometimes the wood is treated in a way that causes premature failure, and this is largely out of your control. It’s simply a case of bad luck. Regularly inspect all your house’s wood to look for any cracks or signs of mold and mildew. Getting ahead of the problem is the key to ensuring it doesn’t grow out of control.

To child- or pet-proof your deck railing, look for railing systems with narrow spacing—under 4 inches—between balusters or panels. For added safety, consider installing a clear acrylic or mesh guard along the inside of the railing to prevent small limbs or paws from slipping through. Avoid horizontal rails that adventurous kids can climb like ladders. You can also add self-closing gates at stair openings to limit access.

Learning how to fix water-damaged or swollen wood is possible, but it won’t always work if there is significant warping or structural damage that was caused by the water. Cosmetic issues such as nicks, bubbling and peeling can often be fixed by using an iron, sanding, or using wood filler.

It is definitely worth sanding a deck to ensure the wood absorbs new stain. Sanding a deck removes the outer layers of aging wood, allowing the stain to penetrate. It also gives a fresh look to the entire surface as part of the deck refinishing process. Without sanding, your stain or sealant is less likely to absorb into the wood. While sanding a deck is a time-intensive project, the rewards are noticeable and long-lasting.

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