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Rays Property Maintenance LLC
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Serving Manawa, WI and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a dependable, hardworking handyman focused on providing quality work, clear communication, and honest service. I have experience with a variety of home improvement and property maintenance projects, and I take pride in showing up, doing the job right, and treating every home with respect. My goal is to help homeowners, landlords, and property managers with reliable service they can count on for repairs, maintenance, and improvement projects.\n

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TECH FIVE Design & Build
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Serving Manawa, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Very impressed with the work of these young men. They where timely, considerate and clean. I would highly recommend them them to others we know. We are planning on enjoying our deck for many years to come and feel their craftsmanship will provide that experience."
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Colorfield Painting LLC
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Serving Manawa, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Matt helped us select a great color palette with outstanding vision to tie it all together in multiple rooms that have some unique architectural aspects. His attention to detail is impressive but I what appreciated most was his willingness to go the extra mile for us. He was prompt, on-time (or would call ahead if delayed) and courteous. He also managed to finish the job a day early. Highly recommended!"
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

When sourced responsibly, the most sustainable wood decking options are timber trees like redwood, pine, Douglas fir, Nootka cypress, and Western red cedar. These tree species are fast-growing with low carbon emissions. Plus, most timber woods make durable deck materials because of their resistance to rot and decay over time. 

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface 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 essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

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. 

Whether you need a permit depends on the deck design and local regulations. Most areas mandate a building permit if the deck is over a specific height or if it's attached to a pre-existing structure. Shorter, freestanding decks may not require a permit, but you should check with local zoning ordinances and your homeowners association for specifics.

There are several perks to building a deck around your inground or above-ground pool. Specifically, building a deck around a pool gives you space to lounge and sunbathe, easy access to monitor kids in the pool, extra room for entertaining and dining, an anti-slip surface for post-pool fun, and enhanced aesthetics.

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