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Avatar for NV Outdoors, LLC
NV Outdoors, LLC
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have a rental house that had a back deck that badly needed repairs. NV Outdoors exceeded our expectations regarding the deck repairs. They were easy to work with both from an owner and a renter perspective. They were prompt, professional and did an excellent job! We are keeping them in our list of contactors to call when other projects pop up!"
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GS CUSTOM REMODELERS LLC
GS CUSTOM REMODELERS LLC
4.9(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Over the past several years, I've used GS Custom Remodelers for a dozen or so home projects from minor to major including; hardwood floor refinishing, interior painting, exterior door replacement, kitchen cabinet relocating, deck power-washing and painting, and others. In every case, the work has been first class, performed on time by capable and competent workers, at competitive prices. The owners, Juan and Alba, are diligent in insuring that you are happy with the results; Juan performs the initial consultation and gets all the details right. He follows up with a work review at job completion to make sure the work has been done to your satisfaction. Juan and Alba are friendly, open people who are a pleasure to deal with. When it comes to home projects, GS Custom Remodelers are the first (and often) the only people I call. You can't go wrong with them."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JW Home Improvement
JW Home Improvement
4.4(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Antonio did an amazing job with adding stairs to our deck! Thorough and meticulous, always punctual, great communication, and answered all our questions. Perfect job! Gary was extremely helpful with the cleanup, removing excess materials, moving soil to different parts of the yard, and making sure the backyard was back in order. Really appreciate everyone's hard work and highly recommend!"
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+8

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Cope Exterior and Deck
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris did a very good job bringing our deck back to the way it was when we bought the house. Very professional and knowledgeable of the issues related to deck work. We got two quotes and, though Chris was a bit more, we decided to go with him as he seems a bit more knowledgeable. Prep work was done on a Friday and the stain work was to be done the following Tuesday. Chris called at about 1200 Tuesday to say he wasn't going to be able to make it due to issues with the availability of his helper. He returned the next day, Wednesday, to complete the work and did a good job of it. Small issues were identified on the final walk thru and he quickly corrected them. Time is really the true test of the quality of the restain effort, but for now it looks very good."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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M.C. Fence and Deck
4.6(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MC Fence & Deck built my dream deck, and I’m obsessed! Hunter walked me through the design, and his ideas made it way better than my original plan. John and his crew handled everything. Build and add an aluminum fence around the yard. They were professional and on time, and the craftsmanship is top-notch. Now my whole backyard looks like a magazine spread. I highly recommend these guys for decks and fencing. They’re the best in the business!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

No, you don’t need a permit to repair and replace a few boards on an existing deck. However, if you’re making structural changes to the deck or tearing down the old one and building a new one, you will likely need a permit. Check with your local municipality for the regulations and rules in your area, or ask a local contractor who builds decks for advice.

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.

PVC decking can get slippery when wet because it’s made from plastic. However, composite and wood decking can also be slippery when wet. It’s best to wear shoes with grippy soles when walking on a wet deck, no matter the material, and to be extra cautious not to slip and fall down.

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.

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