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Peter Forrest Painting Service
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hartland, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job. Cleanup was excellent. If you need tree work done this is your guy."
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Master

+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Barton's Perfection +, LLC
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Hartland, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Cody for so many projects! He painted my roof, the outside of my house, detailed work inside. He re-glazed my windows, sanded and painted my ceilings, repainted my radiators, and more. His work is perfect and detailed oriented. He also staged my house painting over the course of the summer in order to make it easy for me to pay for it. Cody is also extremely polite and pleasant to be around. I highly recommend him."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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We Do It All
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hartland, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam and his team did an amazing job on completing a backyard fence for my family. He was hardworking and detailed with the work. Kept me updated through every step of the way from the permit process, ordering materials and check-ins as the build was happening. Our fence is great! He also completed a custom railing and gate to attach to our existing deck. Will definitely be using we do it all again for future projects."
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Oliver Druen Carpentry
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hartland, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oliver was very polite, courteous and flexible to help me keep the project on track. Other contractors caused him to change his schedule with me twice and in the end he came up on a Saturday to finish the job. His prices were fair, his craftmenship was excellent, and his knowledge of more than tile install was invaluable on this job. He was also quite helpful giving me suggestions when I asked for them. I will definately go to him first on my future project needs."
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New look for an old bathroom
Very small bathroom in need of a little tlc
removal of the old

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vermont Pressure Washing - Home Facebook
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Hartland, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very professional and dedicated. Some of the decks were in pretty bad shape. They stayed on it until all old mold was out. One of them was in sch bad shape that when it was wet it was dangerous. Well now it looks like new. Very nice work. Thank you!"
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Saint Johnsbury pressure washing
Saint Johnsbury pressure washing

+21

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Deck skirting shouldn’t touch the ground, especially if you have a wood deck, which is vulnerable to moisture. Ideally, you should leave at least 3/4 of an inch of space between the deck skirting and the ground for more ventilation. Pros also recommend that you incorporate about 1 square foot of space for ventilation for the underside of the deck to every 150 square feet of decking. Proper ventilation prevents mold growth and rot that can damage your deck.

In most cases, there should be a small gap between the house and the deck, usually no more than ½ to ¾ of an inch. This space allows water and moisture to flow through instead of pooling against the side of your house. It also lets flashing protect your siding from runoff, which is one of the most common issues with decks.

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