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Living Water 738, LLC
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Serving Stamford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott was great to work with. Very responsive, and executed all the work we needed in a timely manner. Would definitely work with Living Water 738 again in the future."
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+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alden Painting
4.7(
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Serving Stamford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent job. John (the owner) was very responsive and always available. John was able to meet all of our wants and needs. Accommodated a color change after a room was completed with no problem. I have to say I was very impressed with the work, and will have John back next spring to paint the exterior of our home and our deck."
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+48

Recommended by97%of homeowners
White Stone Painting
4.9(
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Serving Stamford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andrew Wells has been a gift from God for my dire situation. I have an extremely old house which needs extensive repairs, and through Home Advisor's recommendation I hired Andrew Wells to repair numerous holes in the soffit to prevent bats and squirrels from entering my attic. So far, he has done an incredible job! I am so impressed by his honesty and devotion and reasonable prices that I intend to hire him for future repairs/work. He truly is a blessing to the field of contracting and I am most grateful that I found him through Home Advisor. Thank you!!!"
 Exterior and new porch
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+27

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LGRYAN CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Serving Stamford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great workers. Everything was done perfectly. The guys were friendly and professional. Very reasonably priced. Very respectful of my house. Cleaned up afterwords and took the trash with them. Very happy with the work and will definitely hire them for any future projects. Highly recommend."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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sure time contracting
5.0(
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Serving Stamford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

From interior/exterior painting, carpentry, landscape, hardscape and so much more, customer satisfaction is always our top priority. Sure Time Contracting are Masters in Consistency and Quality.

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

What goes under your floating deck depends on your preferences. Some homeowners put landscaping fabric underneath their decks to prevent weeds from popping up through the boards. Others choose to build a floating deck over grass or gravel. However, it’s best not to set your deck directly on the ground. Instead, set your deck on blocks to keep it elevated enough to prevent moisture from rotting the wood.

It is possible to pressure wash your deck, but it’s usually best to leave the work to a professional for two main reasons. First, power washers are expensive, and you can avoid high upfront costs by hiring a deck washing pro instead. Second, you must be careful to use the correct setting to avoid damaging your deck material. You can only clean soft woods like pine with a wide spray and a low pressure; otherwise, the water will leave unpleasant marks on your deck. Hard woods, composite material, and metal can stand up to increasingly higher water pressures.

When building an outdoor or deck gate, it's crucial to use durable wood that can withstand harsh weather conditions like sunlight, rain, wind, and snow. Redwood and cedar are excellent choices as they naturally resist decay. While redwood is considered more elegant, cedar is a more affordable option. Other suitable woods include oak and pressure-treated pine, which is specifically treated to resist rot. Although some softwoods like pine are popular, untreated softwoods such as pine and spruce should generally be avoided for outdoor projects because they are susceptible to damage from water, rot, and the sun. Ultimately, it's wise to consider your local climate when selecting the right wood for your gate.

Typically, most residential wooden decks are designed to support approximately 40 pounds per square foot, including the deck’s weight and any items placed on it. While this is fine for typical use, it is usually not enough to hold the weight of a hot tub filled with water and people. To safely support a hot tub, your wood deck will likely require reinforcement. Therefore, it’s best to have a contractor or a structural engineer assess it before hot tub installation.

Local building codes don’t specify the number of steps a deck can have before a railing is required, mainly because stair height varies widely. Most areas require decks 30 inches or higher to have a railing. While not exact, that roughly equates to four to seven steps.

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