4 Deck Repair Tips from the Pros -

4 Deck Repair Tips from the Pros

deckguardian January 28, 2018

If you have an outdoor deck that’s been built to last, under the guidance of an experienced contractor, you shouldn’t have to worry about repairs for a very long time. And if something does come up, you should be covered by a crystal clear written guarantee. That’s how the better companies do business.

But there are inevitably situations where repairs do come up, whether through negligence, age, weather, misuse, or a shady contractor who made mistakes and didn’t back up their work with a guarantee. When this happens, you need to know what to do. A lot of homeowners might simply let the problem ride, and not do anything about it. But this can allow small problems to become serious ones, and cost more in the long run. Here are 4 deck repair tips any good professional will agree with.

1. Take your time

Rushing to repair a flaw or structural problem in your deck might result in a temporary solution – or it might make things worse immediately. Either way, it’s worth taking your time to understand what’s going on and formulate a clear strategy on what to do.

2. Don’t overestimate your abilities

A lot of homeowners jump into a deck repair project thinking there isn’t much too it. In some cases this might actually be true – but in the majority of cases, people end up biting off more than they can chew. This wouldn’t be a problem if it didn’t end up costing so much time and money. Staying realistic about your abilities is a good way to make sure you don’t end up in this kind of situation.

2. Consider what caused the problem

Making a surface or aesthetic repair is one thing, but understanding what causes the problem is going to help you prevent such problems from coming up again in the future. For instance, if your deck is warped or cracking because you haven’t

3. Hire the best professional you can find

When it comes to making sure your deck repair is done right, the very best thing you can do is make sure you hire the best professional you can find. There are probably several options in your locality, but the ones with the most experience should shine through in terms of customer ratings and overall professionalism.

Moving forward with your deck repair

Whatever the nature of your deck repair – whether it’s a few warped boards, a broken railing, or a more serious structural problem – it’s important to understand the problem fully and take the proper steps to address it correctly. That might entail watching instructional content on YouTube and tackling a minor repair yourself. On the other hand, it might entail a more significant repair that you don’t feel comfortable (and probably shouldn’t) take on yourself. In this case, you should contact a few professionals in your area and ask questions. You should be able to get a fairly clear idea on who is the most reputable, and who will be able to give you the best overall value for your deck repair.

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