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Hiring professionals to install a custom deck on your property is a great way to increase a home’s resale value and create beautiful outdoor living spaces for your family to enjoy. Unfortunately, inclement weather, critters, and years enduring heavy use can wear on even the finest-built decks. At Decks Unlimited, located in Ozark, AL, they stand by their home improvement services, from custom decks and sunrooms to installing metal awnings. Their experts can happily provide a few tips to revive the initial beauty of customers’ add-ons. 

3 Steps to Bring Your Custom Deck Back to Life

Repairs

Start your deck revival process with a thorough inspection. Evaluate each board, step, railing, bolt, and post, making a note of any major problem areas. Tighten and replace any loose or missing screws and fasteners. Replace boards that are noisy or damaged beyond repair. If your deck require a larger repair such as railing upgrades or better post supports, you should contact your home improvement contractor for assistance. 

Deep Cleaning

Custom DecksOnce your deck is fully repaired, move on to surface cleaning. Start with a basic deck cleaner. You’ll find a variety of options at a local hardware store. If there’s plenty of plant life below or surrounding your deck, be sure to choose a cleaning solution that doesn’t negatively impact greenery. Deck cleaning solution may not remove larger stains, but you can rent a pressure washer to tackle tough spots.

New Finish

The final step in bringing your deck back to like-new condition is giving it a fresh finish. For best results, always use a semitransparent stain on old wood. This way, you’ll create a uniform color on older wood and any newer boards you had to install during the repair phase. 

For more information on Decks Unlimited—Ozark, AL’s best home improvement company—visit their website. To review their past work, from custom decks to awnings and pool enclosures, give them a call at (334) 774-1608, or check out photos of previous projects on their Facebook page. 

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