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Mr Handyman of Richmond
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"All work done was excellent.  The peg-board installation was top-notch and my garage now looks organized and cleaned-up.  The underneath of my back deck roof looks brand new.  My hot tub is now moved and accessible for repairs to be made.  Miscellaneous "smallish things" that have needed doing since I first moved in 10 years ago are now done.  Karl was my guys all three (3) days.  (He was excellent.  In fact, I requested him 'by name' after day 1.)  While I could have looked elsewhere and likely saved money (Mr. Handyman is not cheap), it was a matter of "you get what you pay for" and it was definitely money well spent.  I would recommend Mr. Handyman to others and will definitely use them again.    
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Chesterfield Fencing & More, LLC
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Todd came over and gave me an estimate for deck repair, staining, and power washing that was a third of the other estimates. We are very happy with the results."
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HandyReps
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

HandyReps is a complete home maintenance company that gives you more free time to spend doing the things you love, with the people you love. We do this by offering Handyman, Cleaning, and Landscaping Services. We know there are more important things to do than fixing drywall, washing dishes, and mowing the lawn. Let us complete your to-do list so you can enjoy your free time at home. For our busy adults and aging communities, we offer complete maintenance and repairs of homes and rental properties. HandyReps gives you back the time to do more of what you love!

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RVA Home Repairs
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wes did a great job fixing my deck boards and power washing the deck. He did leave a bunch of the scrape wood around and I had to go back and forth with him to get him to pick up the junk. My big problem came when I attempted to get him to come back to stain the deck. I wanted to use a specific sealant and did the research and sent it to him because it was more then what I think he quoted. I was expecting him to read over the instructions and give me a price. Instead he tells me to go to a different store and buy something else. I had some other work for him anyway so suggested that he come over to quote the new work. We make plans for 8:30ish Saturday morning. Well, 8:30 comes and goes. About 9:05 I get a call from Wes saying that he's been up since 8:30 but hasn't left yet. No apology for being late, just an explanation that he was worn out from the day before. He says he can come right away and I know he lives about 10 minutes away so I say sure. Well, 35 minutes later, still no Wes. So I call and cancel. Wes does good work at fair prices but like so many handymen, he is hard to give work to."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Good Neighbor Fence Inc
4.8(
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shane, Bob and their crew were great to work with. They came on time and worked long days in the dead heat of summer. We had a couple hiccups along the way tied to HOA guidelines, but Shane went the extra mile to ensure we were completely satisfied. The top of the fence floats with the landscape and looks great. At the end of the build he walked us all around the fence and talked through maintenance and upkeep. Very personable and great fence results!"
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No More Dirty Roofs
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work! At least 1/3 of my roof on the north side had a great deal of moss on it. On much of the rest of the roof there were small amounts of moss along the bottom edge of shingles, and there were patches in scattered places on the main part of the shingles. After Hector and his son cleaned the roof, it looked brand new. They removed plants and furniture from our deck before the job and replaced them after the job. They even did a light washing of the vinyl siding of the house, which was outside the agreed-upon scope of work, but they did not charge me for it. As a former member of a site safety office in a then-Fortune 50 company, I was particularly impressed with the excellent precautions they took to insure their safety on the roof during the job. Hector’s 27+ years of experience was evident in every aspect of the job. I plan to bring him back in a year for annual maintenance. I definitely recommend No More Dirty Roofs to any home owner needing roof cleaning."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

If you want to make a deck cleaner from products already in your home, there are various options. The most common is to use a gentle blend of 1 gallon of warm water and 2 tablespoons of ammonia-free dish soap. You can also mix water with distilled vinegar. Sprinkling on some baking soda can help to remove mold and mildew. You can add oxygen bleach (but never damaging chlorine bleach) to the water and ammonia-free dish soap solution for something a bit stronger. 

Yes, you can build a pool deck yourself, but it takes precision, a lot of time, and many specific tools. You’ll need to create a deck plan, be careful with measurements, cut each piece of wood, secure the pieces properly, and ensure the deck meets building codes. Building a deck around a pool is a rewarding DIY, but it’s time- and labor-intensive, so thoughtfully consider your abilities and the time you have before embarking on this DIY.

Composite decking requires a solid foundation, substructure, or subframe to ensure stability. This base is typically composed of posts, beams, joists, and footings. The frame's joists can be built from various materials like composite, plastic, timber, or metal, as long as the base can support the deck's weight without shifting. A professional deck builder might recommend installing the frame on a solid concrete base for added durability. The final design and materials for the substructure will depend on your budget, the type of deck, and environmental conditions.

Deck boards should be spaced no more than three-eighths of an inch apart. This is enough space to allow water and small debris to pass through without collecting on the surface, but not enough to create a tripping hazard. Certain materials, like pressure-treated wood, shrink over time, so they may need less space at installation.

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