Top 10 deck repair services in Fernandina Beach, FL
Frequently asked questions about deck repair contractors
The cost to repair a deck can vary widely by region, decking material, and deck size. The average deck repair costs are between $100-$500 for basic repairs when a deck doesn’t need major structural work. If more extensive repairs are required, such as board or railing replacement, expect to pay about $500-$2,000.
Homeowners can save money by doing basic repairs themselves, but more extensive repairs should be performed by a deck repair professional to ensure safety and guaranteed work.
Repairing a deck board seems like a straightforward and easy DIY job. There are several steps to proper and thorough decking board repair, however, that may make you think twice and decide to hire a pro to repair the deck for you.
First, remove all nails and screws from the damaged decking board. Inspect the joists and remove the rotten sections of the boards. Measure the exposed section and cut new boards to size. Apply sealant to the newly exposed boards and reinforce and secure the joist. Apply matching wood stain to the new board and nail and/or screw into the existing deck.
It’s not always easy to know if your wood deck is rotten, as rot can begin in areas not easily visible to the naked eye. There are some signs to look out for, though, and it’s important to inspect your deck every season to ensure it’s safe and there are no hazards that need to be addressed.
If your wood deck is older, it may begin to show signs of dry rot, even if it’s made of pressurized wood. Dry rot includes spongy and discolored wood that can flake off or disintegrate when it becomes wet. You can use a screwdriver to test areas of a wood deck for dry rot. When you see signs of dry rot, it’s important to address the problem and get it repaired as soon as possible, because the problem will only get worse and the deck may become dangerous to use.
The average lifespan of a deck can vary greatly, depending on usage, climate, and deck material. However, the general average lifespan of a deck is about 10-20 years. You can prolong the lifespan of a deck up to 20 years with proper maintenance, prompt repairs, and weatherproofing as needed or every couple of years.
Recent reviews for Fernandina Beach deck repair services
Worst experience ever! Mr. Taylor was referred by Porch.com on March 7, 2018. Set an appointment for Friday, March 30 which he was late for. (Should have been my first clue that he was not a professional). Hired him because he came up with the best idea f...
This company is awesome! He is very responsible and did my plumbing,. He is very efficient, reasonable and personable. I would call him for any work.
Powers Services and Repairs is the best company I have found to work with in Jacksonville on my home improvement needs yet! Pete comes out to give the estimate himself and he does the work himself with his team. He is very professional and makes sure the ...
This company is one of the most amazing efficient, experienced I've ever worked with. They did awesome home repairs at my house and I'm so glad I hired them for their services and I highly recommend them to anyone (or to any commercial business who need...
This guy is awesome. He not only did the work he hired him for but he also went above and beyond to ensure the storm door fit securely and fixed our front door. He fit me in his busy schedule the same week. We will be calling him again to install our fre...
Please do not waste your time with this guy!!!!! He showed up to my home to see the scope of my simple project and gave me an estimate. I thought it was kind of high but I agreed because I was behind on a deadline to have some staining done. He postponed...
Mr.Swift was prompt, professional and did excellent work on our shiplap ceiling that covered our popcorn texture. I will be contacting him for our next remodeling project.
Let me say that we did not know Gene Swift, nor had we ever heard of him prior to getting his information listed on Porch.com. I explained our dilemma: our 29 year old mobile home needed help due to a water leak in the laundry room which extended under wa...
Gene is very responsive and easy to work with. He worked with me and offered flexible solutions to meet my needs. He removed a smaller sliding glass door and installed French doors and cut the brick exterior to install an extra panel for a pet door. I lo...
We had 2 exterior doors replaced. Gene worked us through the design and sales process and did the installation .Gene arrived promptly when he said he would and started walking me through what he was going to be doing. Gene came to me a few times through t...
