Deck Repair or Replacement—Experts That Will Keep Your Deck Safe
Cleaning Decks
When it comes to decking, the job isn’t finished when the last screw is fixed. Decks require regular maintenance to keep them in good condition, just like any outdoor equipment. Regularly maintaining decks will maximize their lifetime and optimize their performance. However, decks are still frequently exposed to natural elements and foot traffic, making wear and tear unavoidable over the years. Bunbury Decking’s maintenance services will not only include cleaning and refinishing the deck, the company also offers safety checks and deck repair or replacement to make sure that anyone’s deck looks good while being structurally sound.
A deck’s maintenance requirements depend on the type of decking material used. In general, composite decking materials require little to no maintenance while timber decks should be maintained at least annually. Regardless of the type of decking material, all decks should be thoroughly cleaned at least once or twice a year. Timber decks and composite decks are cleaned with an approved cleaning solution made specifically for that material applied all over the decking boards, scrubbed, then rinsed. Pressure cleaners should be avoided, especially in composite decking materials, as they may damage the decking boards and void the warranty. The deck railings should also be cleaned, preferably from the bottom up to avoid bleach splatters on the lower railing.
Refinishing Timber Decks
Refinishing timber decks is also very important since the sun can easily fade the protective coating, making the deck vulnerable to mould, fade, and wear. Refinishing timber decks involves thorough cleaning, sanding, and sealing. Many people don’t know how to sand a deck so don’t hesitate to call decking builders near me and Bunbury Decking will gladly provide excellent decking maintenance services with their team of expert decking builders to make anyone’s deck look great again. For minimal maintenance, consider allowing the natural greying of timber decks for a unique appearance. Composite decking materials can also be stained to give the same renewed effect without having to sand the decking boards.
Safety Checks
Annual safety checks should also be done to assess the condition of the deck structure and decking fixings. Any rot or loose decking fixings should be immediately addressed to prevent more costly repairs later on. If there is extensive rotting, the timber should be replaced. However, this is not always the case. If rotting occurs in the substructure, such as the joist, the entire deck may need to be replaced to ensure its safety. That’s why it’s important to catch any rot early. For composite decks which are more resistant to rot, check for any loose fittings to tighten up or damage to repair.
Deck repair, maintenance
Deck maintenance is not a job for everyone. For any residential or commercial decking in Bunbury, the skilled decking builders of Bunbury Decking will provide the best decking maintenance, repair, and replacement services that will keep any deck looking good and structurally sound.