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Repairs Pro's
4.9(
141
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Serving Prince George, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are thrilled with our new deck and very impressed with the professionalism, response time and completion time on our project! We will definitely use Repair Pro’s again!"
Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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HandyReps
4.8(
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Serving Prince George, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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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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Good Neighbor Fence Inc
4.8(
292
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Serving Prince George, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went really well. We are very pleased with our fence. It matches with our current deck railing and the oggie play pen we have already. They helped me decide where to locate for my gate. My back yard has a hill and very uneven. They customized the entire fence. I wanted my gate to be flushed to grass as much as possible so my dog would not get out. The sales owner and the guys who did my fence were very professional. The other owner also stopped by and introduced himself. The guys did not leave any trash or materials behind. I would use them again."
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No More Dirty Roofs
4.6(
608
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Serving Prince George, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

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"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."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
G R Scantling Drywall & Framing
4.6(
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Serving Prince George, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

"We provided the wood ~ had Lowe's deliver to job site.  George provided the service and it LOOKS wonderful. Very well done and it needed to have supports that we didn't know it needed, but he realized it and took care of it.  We are very pleased with George's quality of workmanship.  He does what he says and is on time. 
He is now pricing another job we need done! It's great to work with someone who can schedule and complete a job that looks great."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Building codes for deck railings can vary by location, so it's important to consult your local regulations before construction. Generally, a guardrail is required for any deck that is more than 30 inches above the ground.

For residential properties, the standard minimum height for a deck railing is 36 inches. However, some states and municipalities have stricter requirements; for example, California and Washington mandate railings that are at least 42 inches high. Therefore, a 42-inch railing is not considered too high and may be required in your area or chosen voluntarily for additional safety.

In addition to height requirements, codes also specify other safety features, such as the maximum spacing between balusters to ensure they are close enough to prevent a child from squeezing through.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

While experienced DIYers may take on the challenge, hiring a licensed professional is often the best route, especially for larger or elevated structures. A local deck contractor is typically the best pro for the job, as they have specialized experience and are knowledgeable about local building codes, ensuring your deck is built safely and designed to last. Other professionals who can build a deck include general contractors and carpenters, who may be more readily available in some regions.

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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