As summer approaches in Lexington, Nicholasville, Versailles, KY, and the surrounding area, now is the perfect time to refresh and repair your home’s exterior. Handyman Connection of Lexington offers a wide range of exterior handyman services designed to boost your home’s curb appeal, safety, and functionality. Whether you’re preparing for backyard gatherings or just want to enjoy the warmer weather in a more beautiful space, our experienced professionals are here to help.
Our exterior services include:
Exterior lighting installation
Deck repair, installation, and staining
Fence repair, installation, and staining
Siding repair and replacement
Our skilled handyman team brings dependable craftsmanship and personalized service to every job, large or small. We’re ready to tackle everything from structural improvements to cosmetic upgrades so you can enjoy your outdoor spaces all season long. Call us at 859-549-5429 to schedule your exterior service and take the first step toward a summer-ready home.
Home Maintenance / February 20, 2019
Your deck deserves proper maintenance. Taking the time to clean and stain this outdoor living area helps restore its overall appearance and even extend its lifespan.
Handyman Connection® of Lexington-Nicholasville, your local home maintenance pros, provides a simple guide to make your wooden deck look good as new.
Sweep and Scrub
Any loose dirt, twigs, leaves or any debris on the surface of the wooden deck must be swept away. Then, check the spaces between the wooden boards for loose leaves. Remove them right away to prevent them from causing wood rot. Once done, use your putty knife to remove stains stuck on the crevices and the surface of the deck boards.
From there, you can begin cleaning the deck. Dilute equal parts bleach with equal parts of warm water. Soak it on small areas of the deck, especially areas affected by mold and mildew, and use your scrub brush to remove algae and mildew. Use a pressure washer, however, if you want to clean a large part of the deck. Spray and soak the bleach-water mixture on the boards before pressure washing it. Let it dry completely for two to three days.
Apply a Stain or Seal
Applying a stain or seal on the wood deck boosts its visual appeal. Choosing the latter helps repel water and stop rot. Before you do this, let the whole deck dry after cleaning it.
Use a roller to stain or seal the deck so you can have a thin, uniform coat. It should be able to cover at least two wooden boards at once. Apply another coat to avoid missing a spot. Do this task during dry weather with low to average humidity to facilitate faster drying. Never stain or seal under direct sunlight – doing so may shorten the deck’s longevity.
Make your deck look new again by entrusting this task to the local pros of Handyman Connection of Lexington-Nicholasville. Apart from cleaning and staining decks, we also design, install and repair them. Give us a call at (859) 274-4477, or fill out our contact form to request an estimate.