Decks represent extensions of the house that we use most of the time in good weather. Spending time outside of the house, meanwhile being nearby is one of the reasons you invested a fortune into your deck! But, because of all-weather exposure, decks are also getting damaged quickly. Maintaining and restoring them on time could save you deck renovation costs (and trouble!) in the long run.
We’re ready to take you into a journey of deck preparedness: are you ready to follow?
To start spring cleaning, there are a couple of tips you may want to follow to make sure your deck is ready for the guests:
- Investigate your deck for rot!
With the new technology, checking the degree of the damages and replacing the rotten parts is easier than ever. Invest in replacing deck posts to maintain the overall good look of the deck. Fix the cracked planks to save the structural architecture of your house. Check your nails and screws – a good hammer fixing them back into the wood would lift the boards back and save your feet from hurt. Voila – your deck is ready for the next step!
- Clean daily, clean yearly.
The best way to keep something new is to look at it with fresh eyes. Or, keep it fresh by looking after it often. A spring cleaning from dirt and debris from the gaps of timber board would remove humidity chances. You are aware that the humidity is the first reason for rotting, right? Cleaned from the debris boards would allow water to travel away easily after rain, and dry quickly. This will also minimize the occurrence of breeding bugs that harm the wood and allow its decay. Use special solutions to mop your wooden boards and prepare it for final arrangements before getting your deck ready for the light weather and long nights.
- Coat and seal your deck well.
Cleaning debris and keep the boards dry to breathe freely is essential, but it also needs additional resources to stay away from high deck renovation costs. A coating will be recommended to be applied every year or two, and spring is a perfect time to start its maintenance after a long winter. The procedure is preceded by good board washing and drying, so don’t hurry until you get warmer sunny days. Sealing the deck afterward gives protection to it for all the seasons ahead. You’re almost done!
While cleaning and making necessary checks might be an easy task for you, wood deck repair tasks and follow up coating must be better handled by deck repair contractors. Ensuring qualitative services will result in best and longer-term outcomes. Choosing someone with experience is the first step in ensuring a successful result.
EchoHousePainting is a specialized deck repair contractor company in Massachusetts that has wide experience with building, restoring, and maintaining any deck. It also helps house owners preserve the style and quality of their house no matter what services are being provided. Nothing can speak louder for them than their results, because they go that extra mile that ensures satisfaction with their services.
Get that experience now, by contacting us at (781) 403-4809.