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Avatar for ALEX NW LLC
ALEX NW LLC
5.0(
23
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex responded quickly for a RFQ on deck staining. Upon request, I sent pics to Alex for further review. He responded quickly stating deck just needed one more coat of stain. I will complete the project myself. Because of Alex’s quick response to my questions AND his honesty, he will be the first one I contact for any future deck projects. 5 star rating!"
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Deck staining/Restoration
Deck staining/Restoration
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Process

+3

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Serge's Home Imprvmnt & Rnvtn
Serge's Home Imprvmnt & Rnvtn
5.0(
39
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very happy with how Serge was able to go through our list of home maintenance projects, and complete them all in less than 2 days. He repaired cracked plaster on walls, and repainted them; installed cabinet handles; fixed a short in a light switch; fixed a toilet; and re-grouted the tile in a shower. He was dependable, arriving on schedule, and easy to contact and communicate with. When we needed him to come back to retouch a small chip in the grout, he set up an appointment and prompting took care of it. He also provided an itemized list of costs soon after he visited our home to see what was needed to be done. We will be hiring him for future projects and highly recommend him to others."
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Fence repair/build

+49

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
5.0(
15
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are always things with a paint job that get missed and show up after the paint dries. Eric was great about fixing things that made the house look like a million dollars. Excellent work. He went above and beyond and was worth every dollar. Every concern was addressed very fast and the overall quality made me extremely happy."
Paint
Remodel
Exterior Repaint
Repaint
Kitchen Flooring

+95

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Handy Daddy
4.9(
8
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was an absolute marvel! We were preparing to sell our home and needed a finished storage room, drywall, paint, and carpet (his specialty), along with a lot of finishing work. Jeff was reliable, meticulous, honest, and the pricing was very fair. We were able to sell our home in just three days! We couldn’t have done it without Jeff. Thank you so much!"
Big Desk
Custom bridge
Custom bridge
Custom bridge
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Home Team
4.7(
606
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Super job! The roof looks great and the deck hasn't looked this good since it was installed. The cleaner went out of his way to thoroughly clean up all around the house including washing the sides of the house. Very professional from bid to job complete."
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Start To Finish
Start To Finish
5.0(
62
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Two panels replaced, post included. Winter 2024 Repair of different areas of fence and new boards placed in an upper deck Fall 2024 Great quality of work.! Very responsive to phone calls/text messages. Very friendly, kind, professional!"
After
Job Completed
Finished Staining
After
After

+49

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The best and fastest way to remove paint from a deck often involves combining a chemical stripper with a pressure washer. Gel-based paint strippers are highly recommended because their thick consistency makes them less messy and easier to apply than liquid strippers. After applying the stripper to loosen the paint, you can use a pressure washer to efficiently wash away the residue. When using a pressure washer for this task, it's important to use a low pressure (under 1000 PSI) to avoid forcing too much moisture into the wood, which could lead to mildew or rot.

Homeowners should build their floating decks at least 18 inches off the ground. Having it at this height will allow for better airflow underneath and help prevent moisture-related problems like warping or rot. That being said, local guidelines for deck heights may vary depending on where you live.

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

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.

Staining and sealing the underside of a deck creates a moisture barrier but traps water in the boards, quickly leading to rot. No matter how well you seal the above deck, water still gets through via nails and screw heads on the surface. Allow this water to flow naturally under the deck, where it is routed through the drainage system.

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