Top 10 deck repair services in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne deck repair services
Shame, shame on him. In my opinion it is the worst kind of person that would take a large amount of money in advance from a couple (my parents whom are 79 and 76 years old), then not complete any work and stop responding to our calls/texts/emails. The wor...
I hired Joseph to complete a pantry remodel. Simply replacing single wire shelves with wood l-shaped floating shelves. He assured me during our initial phone conversation that he could do it. I sent him inspiration photos from Pinterest of what I wanted....
Here is a business that has been recently reported to operate by malicious methods utilized in the infringement of the rights of others by blatant violations of his or her First Amendment Contstitutional Right to Free Association, which allows anyone to d...
BEWARE!!!!! Stay away from this contractor! this company is the worst at cutting corners when doing any rehab. The owner Andres rehabbed my property and it was a nightmare. I found issues after issues every time I visited the property during the rehab sta...
I paid Palmer Paint $650 for a custom door and never received the door and they stop answering their phone. I live in Chicago and have no hope of getting the door or my money. Got ripped off!!
Wizard home services llc, great company!! All workmanship was great, customer service is excellant, David the owner is professional in everything he does, highly recommended
Dishonest, will not honor or fulfill a contract. Difficult to communicate with. Doesn't honor her word and does poor quality work. Tried to get her to address these issues, kept our money and refuses to communicate with us! Beware!!
Porch.com does not stand behind their guarantee! !!!! BEWARE. Sound like you have guarantee, but they WILL NOT STAND BEHIND IT!! DON'T BE FOOLED BY THEM OR JENNIFER HILL, RENT READY REPAIRS! !! You will end up having to take your own legal action!!
Jennifer Hill of Rent Ready Repairs signed a contract with us to do alot of work in our condo. She never finished 2 of the jobs she was paid for, and did very poor workmanship on the others. She was paid in full and not only didn't complete the jobs, she...
This man agreed to do my project and said it would be done in 2 or 3 days. He worked 3 days, a bit each day. He pressure washed the paint off the floor and it is now splattered all over my porch walls, windows, even some on the ceiling. He has failed t...
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Mermaid Engineering came to my house to install a new utility door. They were a big help picking up the door at the store and helping me choose doorknobs and trim. The work was done in the same day and done quickly. The price for all of this excellent ...
