Deck Repair & Refinishing
East Bay summers are brutal on decks. I keep them safe, sound, and looking great.
What I Do
- Replacement boards (matching grain and aging where possible)
- Railing repair and replacement
- Loose or popped fastener repair
- Stain and seal (especially before summer)
- Step and stair repair
- Light structural repair on smaller decks
The East Bay Deck Problem
Decks here see two punishing seasons a year. Summer brings 100°F-plus afternoons that crack and check the boards. Winter brings rain that finds every gap in your finish. Skipping a refinishing cycle is the single fastest way to send a deck into early retirement.
I usually recommend an annual quick walk — checking for popped fasteners, soft spots, and finish failure — and a refinish every 2–3 years depending on exposure. More on prepping decks for summer here.
What I Don't Do
Major structural deck rebuilds, decks over a certain height that require permits, or anything outside California's $1,000 unlicensed work limit. For those, I'll point you to a licensed contractor.