When the temperatures warm, the trees regain their leaves, and the birds are all back from their vacations in the south, everyone seems to heave a sigh of relief! Suddenly our attention turns to the outdoors, with so many possibilities before us. One thing that might catch our eye, however, is the condition of the deck. Maybe it has some green filmy spots, or some built-up residue. Possibly there are some bare spots, or places where the wood does not look so great. What kind of deck maintenance is needed in the springtime?
Pressure Washing to Extend Deck Life
One of the best ways to keep your deck looking beautiful season after season is with regular pressure washing. This type of deck maintenance improves the visual appearance by removing mildew, pollen, organic matter and air pollutants that have settled on it. In addition, pressure washing helps to extend the life of your deck coatings.
Pressure washing should be performed by an experienced professional, as improper handling of the equipment can cause personal injury and property damage. Like many local painting companies, Cherry Hill Painting offers expert pressure washing services for decks, siding, gutters, driveways, and more!
Waterproofing, Staining, or Painting
If the stain or paint on your deck is visibly deteriorated, it is clearly time for a new coating. However, even if the color looks good, you may be in need of waterproofing. To test it, drip some water in a few different areas of the deck. If the water beads up on the surface, you are in good shape. However, if the water soaks into the wood, you should consider a new coating of waterproofing.
Dry Rot Repair
Dry rot is a common ailment that happens on outdoor wood. When this happens, the wood becomes soft and brittle. Sometimes this shows up as splits, or areas where the wood feels spongy. Sometimes the dry-rotted wood falls right out, leaving hollow spaces.
Since Cherry Hill Painting also offers carpentry and remodeling services, we would be happy to replace any dry-rotted wood on your deck, leaving it looking better than ever!
Cherry Hill Painting – Deck Maintenance
Cherry Hill Painting offers all kinds of painting services in New Jersey and the Philadelphia region. In addition to deck maintenance, we perform interior and exterior painting, wallpaper removal, cabinet refinishing, and much more! Contact us for more information, or for a free estimate.