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C&S Quality Service LLC
4.8(
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Serving Washington Terrace, UT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"C&S is outstanding. Jose and his team were thorough, profession and had great attention to detail. They repainted my shed roof that was a mess and refinished my wood deck and railing. I highly recommend this contractor!"
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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Jay Concrete & Construction LLC
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Serving Washington Terrace, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project turned out bigger than originally thought, but it looks incredible. The space is easier to use now, the new retaining wall is safer than before & neighbors have commented on how nice it looks. A big fan of the finished product! Will keep Jay Concrete & Construction in mind for my next project, on a different property."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Navarro's Landscaping & Fencing LLC
4.5(
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Serving Washington Terrace, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired James and his crew to do some leaf cleanup and removal. James was very professional and extremely fast at responding to phone calls and texts! When they say they work 7 days a week to take care of your property, they mean it. I submitted an online request for a bid on Thanksgiving, and James called me about it within 15 minutes! I will definitely be referring them to family and friends in the future!"
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Wayman Bro's Construction, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Washington Terrace, UT and surrounding areas

"Very well. Remodel was done in a very professional and timely manner. We received regular updates by text and email of arrival times and payments made. I would highly recommend Alma Wayman and his company to anyone. They were wonderful to work with and very respectful"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Before installing any materials under the deck for removing moisture, you should perform some prep work on the ground. Work the dirt under the deck to create a grade away from the home. A grade of at least six inches for every 10 feet works well. Do not leave a gap between the dirt and the home’s foundation where water could pool. Once you or a contractor regrades the dirt under the deck, you then can add materials over the top.

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

Decks require several inspections during and after the building process, but the specifics vary depending on where you live. Most areas mandate that decks comply with local building codes and safety regulations for the foundation, framing, and structure. Some pros recommend a footing inspection, which verifies the depth, width, and location of the various footings to ensure they offer enough foundational support.

The “best” material is in the eye of the beholder, as each common decking material boasts its pros and cons. Poured concrete is the best budget-friendly option, but composite wood brings high-grade aesthetics without breaking the bank. Wood is the most traditional material, but it requires more maintenance than some other materials. In other words, do your research before settling on a deck material to find the one that’s best for your pool.

The overhang, or nosing, of deck steps is another area that will be covered in building code requirements. The noses on your deck steps should have a minimum overhang of ¾ inch. For safety, usability, and code compliance, the nosing of deck steps should not extend past 1¼ inches.

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