Top 10 deck repair services in Milford, PA
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 Milford deck repair services
PLEASE READ AND SEE ATTACHED TEXTS!!!’STAY AWAY! F RATING W/BBB STAY FAR AWAY from “FRIENDLY KEITH”. We have given him nearly $45,000 in work over the past year or so the first job was a septic replacement which went fairly smoothly and then a fence ins...
We hired Keith Nagy several years ago to put new pavers in our pool area and to resurface the existing cement around the pool. When work was complete I asked about the veins in the cement and asked if the cement would hold out in the weather element ... a...
STAY AWAY! "Friendly Keith" was doing a job next door and I decided to hire him to do mine. My thought process was that since he is already in the area doing work for my neighbor that he would jump on my project and get it done right away. My project,...
This guy is full of a complete b.s.. He comes across as all friendly and honest, and then doesn't even supervise the work himself. I don't even think any of the guys he brought to do our driveway were legal, but that's just my opinion. Either way, they ha...
Never never never use this company for pavers on your walkway or driveway. What Maya said was completely accurate and exactly what happened to me.
Don’t waste your time. Matthew calls to schedule time for an estimate and then doesn’t show up when the appointment is set. He doesn’t even call email or text to say he’s abandoned your project. Would never recommend to anyone.
Matthew came out to explore the work I needed done. He made me feel comfortable. Very professional and I know I will feel cofmfortable with him as not like most contractors in the past I have dealt with. I will post later after the job is done. As far as ...
Building Dreams General Contracting used to be a good company. However lately there have been a lot of bad things said about the owner of the company by people who have had work done. I had them clean my gutters a few years back and they left a mess on my...
Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication.
Mike contact me in no time, give me satisfying estimate.
Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent work quality.
Excellent. Very satisfied .
If you want a responsive, competent contractor that returns calls and shows up as agreed with an accurate estimate and does beautiful quality work with attention to detail, call Mike. Highly recommended!!
I had written a long review a while back detailing the challenges we were having going back and forth with Building Dreams - why did it magically disappear?? This contractor should take complaint a little more seriously and not try to cover it up by dele...
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Pressure-treated pine
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Decking or deck surface, Structural beams, joists or posts
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a month
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings, wooden handrail
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable, Splintering handrails
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within 48 hours
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings, Decking or deck surface
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Needs to be refinished
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a week
Pressure-treated pine
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Structural beams, joists or posts, Decking or deck surface
Porch is unstable
Serious (the deck is unsafe)
Yes
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a month
Pressure-treated pine
Structural beams, joists or posts, Decking or deck surface
Warping or water damage, Needs to be refinished
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them