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The Solutions Construction
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Wells, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This company is one of the best iv every worked with as a female itâ s hard to trust that Iâ m not being taken advantage of because Iâ m not familiar with the industry but the solution construction educated me on everything I needed to know to make me feel comfortables and trusting them and they built an addition for my house that maid it my dream space for a very fair price never late always keeping me updated and happy to make my dreams come to life 5 stars is a under statement highly recommended"
Hunting camp/Cabin
Garden Shed/ATV Garage
Garage Door Shed
Garage Door Shed
Tiki Bar

+14

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Alden Painting
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Wells, 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
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Vermont Pressure Washing - Home Facebook
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Wells, 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!"
Dryer vent
Dryer vent
Dryer vent
Saint Johnsbury pressure washing
Saint Johnsbury pressure washing

+21

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LGRYAN CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Wells, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The result exceeded my expectations and I could not be more satisfied with the service received. It is a real pleasure to find a company that cares about doing things well and providing friendly and respectful treatment. I will recommend your services without hesitation. Thank you for a job well done!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

Before installing a deck, you must build a base for the deck to rest upon, often made of compacted soil or gravel. While gravel is an optional material, it helps with drainage. Some contractors also recommend installing a weed control membrane, which helps provide a solid foundation for the frame. In the case of an elevated deck, a pro will often lay down a concrete slab as a foundation. 

Although composite decking is extremely durable, it’s also susceptible to extreme heat. Prolonged exposure to sunlight can cause fading, warping, and cracking. Composite also retains heat more than wood, which makes it dangerous to walk on in the summer. You can help prevent heat damage by only building with composite in shaded areas or using rugs to cover the hottest spots.

When installing deck boards, screws are generally a better option than nails. Screws offer superior holding strength over time, keeping the boards securely in place. In contrast, nails are more likely to pop out, which can create a tripping hazard. While you can use either, we recommend using 3-inch galvanized deck screws. To minimize the risk of cracking the wood, it's a good practice to drill small pilot holes before driving the screws into the deck joists.

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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