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Q: Should decks be painted or stained?

• <div><p>Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.</p></div>

Q: Do termites eat Trex decking?

• <div><p>No, termites do not eat Trex or any other composite decking brand. Termites eat cellulose, of which composite decking like Trex contains very little compared to natural wood. This feature can help justify the higher <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-cost-trex-decking.htm">Trex decking costs</a> if you live in an area with abundant termites. </p></div>

Q: Can you put too much sealer on a deck?

• <div><p>Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. </p></div>

Q: How do you remove deck boards with hidden fasteners?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: How do you make a deck gate not sag?

• <div><p>You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element&mdash;such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace&mdash;across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.</p></div>

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Last update on June 21, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Scott came in to a pool that was not closed properly, extremely green and full of algae Within two weeks, the LG was gone. The water was clear and the pool was ready to be used. He also does my weekly maintenance on my pool and addresses every concern that I may have I highly recommend him
Green Mountain Pool Pros
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Reviewed in June 2022
Paul did a great job on our deck. He was professional, honest and kept his commitments. Very rare these days, just hire him for your project and you will be happy.
Paul Winauski
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Reviewed in November 2020
HORRIBLE SCAM TOOK MONEY AND RAN! WHAT WORK HE DID ON SIDING AND DECKS WHERE HORRIBLE
Stanhope Custom Services
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Reviewed in June 2018
Great! Four days work, they removed and replaced the deck flooring as well as wood supports. Happy with results!
Inland Building Co.
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Reviewed in October 2017
They do ongoing lawn maintenance for us as well as snow blowing in the winter. They are personable service always great and good clean up. Always here when they say they will be. I recommended them to my son and he loves him too.
Sweeney's Landscaping And Snow Removal - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in September 2017
I use Port Charlotte Honda for routine maintenance.
Port Charlotte Honda
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Reviewed in June 2016
<p>For many years ,Mark is my ? go to guy? for all and any of my minor or major home repairs and remodeling projects .</p> <p>What I like most about him , is, how reliable, honest and professional he is.</p> <p>I highly recommend Mark and his crew to anyone who needs prompt and reasonable...
Total Home Services of Vermont
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Reviewed in June 2014
<p>When the flooring on our deck collapsed, I called Dan Clar. I was orried because the porch roof is standing seem and the support posts were out of true.</p> <p>Dan came and was able to fit in my repair within a few days.</p> <p>He and his employees were professional and responsive.</p> ...
Clar Construction Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
When we moved to Vermont, quite possibly one of the toughest things to leave behind other than family and friends was our mechanic. He was a long-time friend of the family, and someone that we could always trust to treat us fairly. After trying another place in Waterbury for a while that was...
Auto Craftsmen
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Reviewed in September 2012
How did it go overall? From my point of view - badly! The backyard certainly looks much better than it did before, but I feel that I was really taken to the cleaners, so to speak. I have the following complaints:1. The flowers/plants they chose, as I said, were not the correct ones. Some of...
Big Rock Landscape
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John Ledsworth

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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"John painted the exterior of our home along with some small carpentry work. He was extremely easy to communicate with, schedule, and did high quality work. Everything was great and done timely. I would highly recommend John for any job, big or small."

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Response time6 hrs

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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SW WOOD LLC

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Hill Top Home Services, LLC

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 days

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Vermont Pressure Washing - Home Facebook

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"These guys did a totally thorough and professional job. They explained what they needed to do, did it in spades, cleaned up, and put thigns back. Great value - worth every penny."

+21

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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B & B Handy Man Services

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

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"Contractor worked with me thru material delays and extra items needed, to include flexibility with work scheduling to accommodate a multi-week delay. Meticulous and thorough, overall we are very pleased and glad we selected them to do the new deck construction."

Response time2 days

Response rate85%

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R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"The company representative stated to me that they only do commercial properties and not residential homes. I was not aware of that from the company's description. They did respond to my calls."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Spruce Mountain Home Service

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"Very professional and on time.Great job. Will use them again"

+70

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Cube Home & Commercial Inspections & Appraisal Svs

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Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"The inspection was complete and informative.... Issues we discoved I was able to settle with the seller before I completed the puchase."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. O’Neil and his crew are timely and considerate folks."

+72

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Adamant, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"A+ work and I'd definitely recommend him to anyone in the area who needs work done. His workmanship was great and the price was definitely worth the work that I received. He went above and beyond on his job patching stuff and making it look great!"

Response time11 hrs

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Whether to paint or stain a deck depends on your personal preference for appearance and budget. Stain provides a natural look with a range of undertones, is typically less expensive, and may only require one coat, but it does not last as long as paint. Paint offers a sleeker finish with a virtually unlimited color palette. Both options will protect your deck from outdoor elements like rain, snow, and general wear and tear.

No, termites do not eat Trex or any other composite decking brand. Termites eat cellulose, of which composite decking like Trex contains very little compared to natural wood. This feature can help justify the higher Trex decking costs if you live in an area with abundant termites.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place.

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.

You can use a few different tactics to prevent your deck gate from sagging. Aside from using strong, rot-resistant woods, introducing a diagonal element—such as a tension rod or solid piece of wood to act as a brace—across the gate will offer better support. You can also use rigid joists to prevent the gate from sagging.

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