Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

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Q: How do I know if my deck can support a new railing?

• <div><p>Before installing a new railing, check the condition of the deck frame and joists, especially around the perimeter where posts attach. If boards are loose, soft, or show signs of rot, the structure may need repair. A deck pro can inspect your framing to confirm it meets load-bearing requirements.</p></div>

Q: Are under-deck drainage systems worth the cost?

• <div><p>If you want to use the space beneath your second-story deck, then yes, an under-deck drainage system is worth it. Having a drainage system in place lets you run power to the area, so you can install a ceiling fan, lighting, TV, or other appliances to create a comfortable outdoor living space.</p></div>

Q: Why is my porch crumbling?

• <div><p>Your porch could be crumbling due to poor installation, freeze and thaw cycles, or intense pressure washing or sandblasting. If your concrete was poured and cured improperly, moisture can seep into the concrete. When the water freezes and thaws, it causes stress to the structure, leading to cracks and crumbling. If you pressure wash concrete on too high of a setting or sandblast the surface, the concrete can also crumble. </p></div>

Q: Is it necessary to skirt a deck?

• <div><p>No, it isn&rsquo;t necessary to skirt a deck, but investing in the cost to install deck skirting can bring more value to your home. Not only does deck skirting make the deck look more complete, but it can also turn otherwise unused space beneath the deck into useful storage space.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2016
I will not hesitate to call "I Can Fix It" in the future. Moe and his team were excellent. He was the first to respond and was very accommodating when my schedule changed forcing him to rearrange his schedule. My 10 year old siding looks brand new. Moe also went above and beyond by power...
I Can Fix It LLC
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Reviewed in December 2014
The work they did was outstanding! It went so well, in fact that we have asked them to come back and do three more carpets and our porch furniture cushions. The work they did really brightened the furniture. The gentlemen were thorough and competent. It was a joy to watch people do their...
Elevation Restoration & Floor Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2014
UPDATE: I live in a different state than the rental property where the painting was done. I was at the rental property last week and discovered that Aurora had not used the paint I specified in the estimate (and was promised). Instead of the Benjamin Moore color I wanted, they went to...
Aurora Exterior Painting Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
It was a great experience. We called this company on Saturday September 14,2013. He called back with an estimate on Sunday afternoon September 9/15/2013 with the estimate. They started work on Monday September 16, and finished on Thursday September 19, 2013. They were very conscientious...
Terry'S Contracting Services
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Reviewed in June 2013
When Rodney came to estimate the job he was very professional and wanted to know exactly what my wife and I want. After I recieved his estimate I wanted to make some changes and he did so with out any complaints. I made changes a few times before we settled on a final design and price, but he...
The Southern Porch Co
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Reviewed in August 2012
Shawn and SES are everything I had hoped, but never expected, to find in a local contractor. Every aspect of this large project was done with efficiency and skill, as well as meticulous attention to detail. On the few occasions when I raised some small detail, Shawn was prompt, agreeable and...
SES Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
There were no significant issues over the 6 months of the actual building, other than weather-related delays and minor quality problems that were typically corrected in short order. A crack developed in the basement floor and required some remediation by the responsible subcontractor. The design...
America's Home Place
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Reviewed in May 2012
Our home was hit by a massive hail storm in Huddleston, Virginia. Walker came out from Lanier Roofing and Restoration to inspect the damages. He then met with the insurance adjuster that verified the damage from the hail storm. The company was so reputable that the adjuster trusted Walker to...
Lanier Roofing and Restoration
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Reviewed in August 2011
I approached 5 contractors for bids and ideas. Carol Bright's estimate was in line with the others. She took accurate measurements of the area and sketched out a plan in front of me (some didn't). She was always available and worked around my schedule (some balked at evening appointments)....
Bright Landscape Designs Inc
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