Repair First, Then Finish Properly
An older deck usually needs two different things: structural attention (soft or split boards, loose railing, posts that have shifted) and cosmetic attention (greyed, dried-out wood that needs to be cleaned, sanded and re-stained). We handle both, in the right order — there's no point staining over boards that need to be replaced first.
For staining, we clean and prep the wood surface properly before any product goes down, since a stain job only lasts as long as the prep work behind it.
What's included
- Inspection of framing, posts, railings and boards for structural issues
- Replacement of soft, split, or rotted decking boards
- Railing tightening, repair or replacement as needed
- Deck cleaning and surface prep before staining
- Professional stain application in the tone of your choice
How often should a deck be re-stained?
Most decks benefit from re-staining every 2–4 years, depending on sun exposure and the product used originally. If water is no longer beading on the surface and the wood looks grey or dry, it's due.