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Avatar for Madison Stain & Seal, LLC
Madison Stain & Seal, LLC
5.0(
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The team over at Madison stain and seal are great. They restored and stained my deck. They were responsive and had great communication. I love how my deck turned out. Would recommend them in the future"
Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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College Works Painting - Madison
4.3(
404
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cameron did a superior job on our deck painting. There were lots of challenges with the shortage of paint, height of the deck above ground, and inclement weather. He was persistent, reliable and had excellent communication skills. We are very pleased with his honesty and work ethic."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
Four Lakes Contracting
5.0(
11
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Four Lakes Contracting, we are new to Angi, but not new to contracting. Two partners that grew up together, and have 40 years experience between the both of us. We believe in building local, with local prices. We collaborate closely with homeowners, to bring their visions to life. We specialize in comprehensive remodeling and renovation services throughout Madison and the surrounding Dane County area. Our expertise spans decks, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and full-home transformations, ensuring each project reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized design.

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QUIGLEY DECKS & FENCE
4.2(
42
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and SealDeck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal - For Business

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great.  Tim was skilled, honest, forthright, courteous, considerate and punctual through the whole job.  His assistant was pleasant and hardworking.  He came out right away to look at the deck which had been flagged by the inspector I hired to look at the house when I was under contract to buy it.  Though this was a relatively small job, he helped me understand deck structure as well as point me towards independant sources of information to help me through the negotiating process with respect to getting a reduction of the house's purchase price which involved at least a dozen calls and communications.  (I did get estimates from other builders who came out higher with all sorts of caveats built into their contract so I could not be sure what the final price would be).   When the actual job started, we ran into some tough ground (clay and large rocks) to remove in order to putting the footings which took extra days to get through as it was done by hand (because Tim did not want to tear up my yard with his heavy duty digging equipment).  Tim did not charge me beyond the estimate for this unforseeable complication though it was clearly within his right under the circumstances to do so.  The work was excellent and he is the type of a craftsman who is by nature unable to leave a job that isn't well done.  Though I thought the job was done, he came back out to perfect it beyond what I had expected.  He left the place as clean as he found it.    I recommend him without hesitation
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Four Lakes Contracting
5.0(
11
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Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Five Stars!! Great guys to work with. Four Lakes completed house power washing and a deck cleaning and painting. Stan and Nick were very personal and discussed all aspects of the job with me prior to the work. Prices are great and the work ethic is top notch. Highly recommended. I definitely plan to hire them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

Constant exposure to inclement weather conditions can damage your deck, causing it to fade, warp, or crack over time. Regular maintenance keeps it looking and performing its best. That means giving it a good cleaning and applying a quality sealant or wood treatment to help defend against moisture, sun damage, and everyday wear.

Most building codes require that spindles or balusters on deck and stair railings be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard, often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' is designed to prevent small children or pets from slipping through the railing. A good way to visualize this is that a 4-inch sphere should not be able to pass between two spindles. For the same safety reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck floor should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is crucial to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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