Deck Board & Railing Repairs
Sun, snow and seasons of pine needles are hard on outdoor wood. Marlon handles the small fixes that keep an existing deck, railing or pergola in good shape before little problems turn into big ones.
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If a few boards have split or gone soft, a railing has started to wobble or a step feels loose, that’s exactly the kind of job Marlon takes on. He looks at what’s there, tells you honestly whether it’s a small repair, and fixes it with care so the new wood fits in with the old.
Marlon focuses on repairs and touch-ups to the deck you already have, the small jobs that keep it safe and good-looking.
What Marlon can help with
Worn or cracked deck boards
Swapping out a handful of split, cupped or soft boards with matching material.
Loose railings & balusters
Re-securing wobbly rails, replacing broken balusters and tightening hardware.
Steps & trim boards
Fixing a loose tread or replacing a weathered fascia or trim board.
Pergola & outdoor wood touch-ups
Replacing a damaged slat or trim piece on an existing pergola, gazebo or bench.
Good to know in the foothills
Check boards in spring
After a wet foothill winter, look for soft spots, raised screws or nails, and boards that flex underfoot.
Keep it clear
Pine needles and leaves trap moisture against the wood and add fuel near your house. Sweeping the deck and the gaps between boards helps with both.
Fire hazard zones
Much of western Nevada County is in a designated fire hazard severity zone, where California’s wildland-urban interface rules can affect decking materials on new work. It’s worth knowing before you choose replacement boards.
Railings first
A loose deck railing is a safety issue. If it moves when you lean on it, get it fixed before the next gathering.
Common questions
Do you build new decks?
Marlon focuses on small repairs and touch-ups to existing decks, railings and steps.
How do I know if my repair is small enough?
Text a few photos and a short description to (562) 450-4269. Marlon will let you know honestly whether it’s a job he can take on.
Can you match my existing boards?
Usually close. New wood takes time to weather, so expect it to blend in over a season or two.
Other small jobs
Serving Nevada City, Grass Valley, Penn Valley and western Nevada County.
Tell Marlon About Your Project
Tell Marlon what needs building, fixing or finishing. Free estimates on small jobs, and photos by text are always welcome.
