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Q: Does bleach harm wood?

• <div><p>Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won&rsquo;t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.</p></div>

Q: How do you refresh a painted deck?

• <div><p>You can refresh a painted deck by either giving it a thorough cleaning or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-refinish-deck.htm">refinishing the deck</a> altogether. Chipped or faded paint, as well as extensive damage, often calls for a new finish. To do this, remove the original coat of paint with a sander and add either a new coat of paint or a stain to protect the wood below.</p></div>

Q: Does stain get darker after it dries?

• <div><p>The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they&rsquo;re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand my porch before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it&rsquo;s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint. </p></div>

Q: How do I select the right paint or stain for my home exterior?

• <div><p>Choose based on climate, finish preference (glossy, matte), and durability. Tailored coatings also provide longevity.</p></div>

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Last update on May 06, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Prepped the downed tree for easy removal, great work.
J.P. Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2023
Bay Crawl Space came out to do our yearly home inspection since we had our crawl space encapsulated last year. Matt & Payne were on time, very professional and took care of all of our needs. We used to have a very damp crawl space and now our floors are warmer in the winter and humidity is at...
BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in May 2023
Great work! Cleared out three trees, an old fence, and old garage.
AMG Lawn & Tree Services, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
J.P. Tree Service did an excellent job cleaning up my yard after a storm left a lot of fallen limbs and debris around my yard. They got rid the not just the limbs and debris but pine straw,pine cones and also cut and weedeating around my yard. Also gave great rates for the work and future work...
J.P. Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2023
Excellent job. Removed two trees in a crowed area without damaging adjacent trees and treated a third tree.
JP Tree service
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Reviewed in April 2022
These guys are solid at what they do. I had some brush and old trees remove from about an acre of my property. They came out and assessed the situation and jumped right on it. They will go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied with the work preformed. They are mindful of your property...
Trinity Landworks LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
We were extremely pleased and very happy we chose Mike. We started the foundation on our raised deck about a year ago, but never completed due to many circumstances. Needless to say, not everyone was interested in finishing what we had started. But, Mike promptly came to assess what we needed,...
MIKE TYNDALL'S CUSTOM DECKS & PRIVACY FENCES
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Reviewed in November 2014
Project was not finished in time as outlined. Disappointed in several aspects of install. <br /> Business owner offered many unprofessional excuses for gaps or shortcomings in service. <br /> Some points of the project did not materialize as promised, i.e., floors had to be resanded because...
TURNER FLOORING
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Reviewed in December 2013
The technician, named Dave Hearne, arrived promptly and introduced himself. He asked if he could evaluate each room prior to starting and I showed him the carpets to be cleaned. He was very courteous and professional and actually listened as well as heard what I conveyed in terms of several...
Service Master of Suffolk
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Reviewed in October 2012
d fixed the leakOne afternoon, after a strong thunderstorm, we noticed a fresh stain in the ceiling of my bedroom. We called Whithead Construction and they said they would be able to come by the next day after working on a big project in NC. They showed up even earlier than promised and when I...
Whitehead Construction
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Custom Brush Painting

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Highly recommended! They thoroughly scraped and painted our porch railings and window trim. They also took care of some minor repairs to the railings. The finished work looks great."

+57

Response time1 day

Response rate96%

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Constructed frame for deck and completed work perfectly"

+51

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They had a lot of coupons but still their coupons were high over my budget. I didn’t use them only because their quote was high."

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Al Robinson Pressure Washing

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

"Al worked very hard and even came back an extra day to get the higher part of our house and ensure all looked very good. He took his time and was very meticulous"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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All American Painting & Home Repair

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did not use lawn service. I was looking for someone to do snowplowing for my apartments.
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Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Ferguson Home Improvements LLC

4.4(

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ferguson Home Improvements did a fantastic job. All the work that needed to get done, was finished beyond my expectations. The workers were very friendly. The job took a little longer that expected, but Ferguson Home Improvements were not at fault, the weather played a major factor with the deck stain and door installation. At the time the work was getting done, we received a lot of rain and storms. All in all, I would highly recommend Ferguson Home Improvements.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Davies Renovation LLC

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very pleasant to work with. They were punctual, thorough, and professional. Job well done!"

+109

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Mike's Handyman Services

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On time, knew how to do job, very professional, great prices"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Russell's & American Mechanical

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding work by Russell's. I've been using them for a long time and wouldn't use anyone else. I know there are cheaper companies out there, but these guys do great work and stand behind the work they do."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Walls Construction and Handyman Services, Inc.

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Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They came and gave an estimate, coordinated with me and the insurance company, performed services above expectation. Everyone was very polite and professional. I'm going to use them again soon.
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Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

You can refresh a painted deck by either giving it a thorough cleaning or refinishing the deck altogether. Chipped or faded paint, as well as extensive damage, often calls for a new finish. To do this, remove the original coat of paint with a sander and add either a new coat of paint or a stain to protect the wood below.

The opposite is actually true: Wood stains tend to appear lighter when they’re fully dry. However, stains may darken as they weather and oxidize with age. Stains might also darken on surfaces left in direct sunlight, as UV rays can break down pigment particles and cause them to darken over time.

It’s a good idea to sand your porch before painting. This will remove loose or chipped paint and debris, and give you a cleaner surface so that your new paint goes on smoothly. But if the existing surface is in good condition, it’s not necessary to sand your porch before you paint.

Choose based on climate, finish preference (glossy, matte), and durability. Tailored coatings also provide longevity.

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