What are the different types of porches?

• <div><p>Several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-porch.htm">types of porches</a> are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:</p><ul><li><p><b>Porticos</b> are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance. </p></li><li><p><b>Sunrooms </b>are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight. </p></li><li><p><b>Wraparound porches</b> extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.</p></li><li><p><b>Back porches </b>are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Does pressure-treated wood have problems with rot?

• <div><p>Will pressure-treated wood rot? This wood could eventually suffer from rot, although it takes longer compared to untreated wood. Even though the chemicals applied to pressure-treated wood protect it, they eventually dissipate and leave the wood vulnerable. You can delay the appearance of rot in the treated wood by reducing its direct exposure to moisture and by painting it. Using fewer screws or nails in the wood&mdash;and thereby creating fewer holes in it&mdash;also delays the chances of rot forming.</p></div>

Q: Can you repair wet rotted wood?

• <div><p>It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.</p></div>

Q: How long should deck boards last?

• <div><p>How long deck boards last largely depends on the type of wood and if it's treated or not. Untreated boards last anywhere from ten to 30 years, assuming proper care and maintenance. Treated boards can last up to 50 years. Composite boards also tend to last longer than pure wood boards.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint a damaged pool deck?

• <div><p>Painting a damaged pool deck is not recommended if the substrate is crumbling, cracking, spalling, or otherwise actively deteriorating. Continuing deterioration will result in the paint also delaminating or flaking off the damaged surface. Minor damage such as chips or hairline cracks that are not actively deteriorating can often be repaired enough to paint over. A damaged pool deck with a lot of cracking and deterioration should be replaced for best results.</p></div>

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Last update on November 30, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
We paid them to repair our washing machine. They took our money, but didnâ t repair are washing machine, nor did they hook the washing machine hose back up and flooded our house. They have avoided us and lied about having insurance. They refused to return the money we gave them to repair the...
M & B Appliance Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
HE IS AN OUTSTANDING PERSON & HAS KNOWLEDGE OF MANY CONSTRUCTION AREAS LIKE ADDING ON ROOMS , DECKS , FRAMING , INSULATION , PLUMBING , & MUCH MORE ! WE'VE HIRED HIM MANY TIMES !
East River General Contractors
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Reviewed in July 2023
Chip is very good at appliance repair he was able to diagnose my dryer problem over the phone. He is expensive $270 to repair the dryer, of which $65. Was for parts. Very nice person.
Chip's Fix-It-All
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Reviewed in November 2016
They work very hard to make sure that repairs are done quickly and correctly for a very reasonable price.
Goins Gas & Produce
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Reviewed in December 2015
Called for a residential repair to a 2nd floor terrace wall area that is allowing water to enter the interior ceiling/walls in the living room on a townhouse and he said they don't do private residences even though the description of services performed on Angie's List states otherwise.
EZ Caulking & Waterproofing Inc
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Reviewed in February 2015
Stutler's is a business you can trust; The repairman displayed a vast amount of knowledge about repair, and he even explained each step as he worked diligently to save my old washer.
STUTLER APPLIANCE & REFRIG
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Reviewed in July 2014
Serviceman came into driveway and properly introduced himself and advised the purpose of his visit. He checked all tv cable connections and even went under the house where found several loose connections. After making the repairs he left with no mess or dirt left behind.
Suddenlink Communications
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Reviewed in May 2014
They are very good at repairing and painting vehicles. I have been using them for 9 years. Their work is excellent and they have a quick turnaround time in getting the job done and they don’t overcharge. So it is value, service and dependability with them.
COLE CHEVY CADILLAC GMC
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Reviewed in August 2012
In the case of emergency roof repair, Do-Rite has repaired my roof within 12 hours of being called. For the most recent occurrence, they came at 7 in the morning after I'd called at 9pm the nignt before, despite having other jobs lined up for the day, because rain was expected that day. In...
Do-Rite Contracting
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Reviewed in September 2011
When Bobby Sisk (owner of the company) did the estimate it was approx. $2,000. This amount went up to almost $4,000 because he said that he didn't include the price of the stairs in the initial estimate. I told him the way I wanted the deck built and he said I wouldn't like that so he built it...
RDS Home Improvement
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