Deck Maintenance Tips For Your Home

Keeping your deck in shape throughout the year can be difficult if you don't have a plan. Fortunately, the pressure washing experts at GreenWoodNW have a lot of tips ready to share on how to keep your deck maintained so that you can avoid costly repairs. Keep reading to learn more!

Spring or Annual Cleaning

Annual cleaning is a smart way to make sure that your deck is kept in tip-top shape for the current year and many years to come. Wood decks in particular require a yearly exfoliation to allow their protective sealers to penetrate the wood deeper. This helps the sealers to do their job and protect the wood decking material better.

If you're looking for a low-cost, highly effective cleaning option, you should work with a local pressure washing company. The pros at GreenWoodNW offer premier deck washing for your Puyallup residential property. Our deck cleaning experts will individually assess your deck to ensure you're getting the best exterior cleaning options available. If you're interested in learning more about deck maintenance and how pressure washing can help, call GreenWoodNW and speak with an expert today!

General Inspection

During or after your annual cleaning project, you should perform a visual inspection of your deck, checking for signs of rot and loose screws or nails, as these are likely areas that need repairs. A general inspection can be done by anyone, and they don't have to be a professional. If you do find signs of rot or loosened boards, it's time to call in a professional maintenance team.

Sanding and Sealing

Keeping your deck surface swept clean of natural debris such as leaves, branches, or even trash helps to ensure your sanding and sealing project can start sooner. Two days before you plan to reseal your deck, you should sand down any fuzzy or splintery areas. Once you've sanded your deck's surface, it's time to reseal your deck. Resealing your deck is a great way to protect the structure. Different sealants have different benefits and choosing the best one for your deck is important. Also, a pressure washing service is extremely beneficial to ensure that the surface of your deck is cleaned and ready to be sealed.

Routine Care

The best way to keep your deck in great shape is to engage in routine care. Your deck is exposed to the elements all the time: water damage can become a problem when water is allowed to pool after a storm, leaves and debris can cause damage, and snow is equally as harmful.

By engaging in regular sweeping and care, you're protecting your deck to keep it in better shape for longer. Call GreenWoodNW for more information on deck maintenance, and ask about our deck cleaning service for your Puyallup home!