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DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc.
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Devon did an excellent job. He cares about doing the job right and is very knowledgeable. I was very impressed with the quality of his work and now have maintainence free fascia, barge boards and shadow boards. I plan to use him again for other projects and would highly recommend DMM Siding, Roofing, Etc."
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Precision Building Enterpises
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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Customers say: True professional

"Greg is one of the finest professionals whose service I have had the privilege to retain. The job involved replacing a set of stairs and finishing the basement space, and included some additional work in the living room that came up as the job moved along. Greg completed the job to the highest standard, on time, and within the budget we discussed. His organization and work ethic are unparalleled. I would retain him in a heartbeat for any other work I needed."
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We Do It All
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam and his team did an amazing job on completing a backyard fence for my family. He was hardworking and detailed with the work. Kept me updated through every step of the way from the permit process, ordering materials and check-ins as the build was happening. Our fence is great! He also completed a custom railing and gate to attach to our existing deck. Will definitely be using we do it all again for future projects."
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Mr. Mom Property Maintenance
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Alan is a trustworthy guy who wants to make his customers happy.  For big jobs, he works with a friend, and both of them together can do essentially anything (including basic electrical and basic plumbing).  We first hired him to remodel our bathroom.  It included tearing a wall down and expanding it so a bath could fit in the room.  They also had to tear down a 150 year old brick chimney in the process.  They installed a new vanity, built a shelving unit into the wall and put in the lighting.  The finished product was good.  The room was not square, but the house is built in 1836, so I don't know if anyone could have done that.  
Next, we had him install a railing on our stairs.  This came out great no complaints.  
He then installed a bedroom with laminate flooring and also the stair landing.  This job was not as clean, some of the floor trim was not edged and the lines of the wood running from the bedroom to the stair landing were not flush.  These negatives though were a result of a positive - that is, for this job, he worked from dusk until sun up because he had other jobs/commitments later in the week.  He is an extremely hard worker.  For this job we traded the finishing touches for timely completion - and overall the finished product was still good.  
The last major job was the sheetrocking in between our beams downstairs. 
In most jobs, there was a little clean up I had to do - pieces of wood from the carpentry of the bathroom left in a crawlspace, horsehair plaster or sheetrock left crumbled on the floor.  They forgot to include thresholds in the bathroom and bedroom jobs as well.  HOWEVER,  whenever I spoke with Alan about any of this, anything I had not already done, he came over promptly and fixed/completed/cleaned it.  He was reachable and kind and we trusted him.  He said a few times that he wanted to make sure we were happy.  
We called him on two or three separate occasions because he is a hard worker, he is trustworthy and his price is reasonable.  We would call him again for sure.  


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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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East Coast Construction and Development, Inc.
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"We couldn’t be more pleased- the build was seamless, the process was easy and the team professional. The quality is spot on and the company was so easy to work with… They care as if it were their own house!"
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Your Home Destinations
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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas

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"I always dreaming of having a tiny studio in my yard so I could fransform it into a peaceful place and Your Home Destinations made that dream come true. I hired Guilherme’s company and I’m truly 100% satisfied with his hard working. Guilherme is very profissional and polite, always listening to my requests. I highly recommend this company."
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Canaan, NH

Pressure-treated lumber is the most inexpensive deck railing material. It's a cost-effective option that offers a good balance of durability and affordability for budget-conscious homeowners. Pressure-treated wood meets essential safety standards while keeping upfront costs low. In contrast, vinyl, polyurethane, and composite materials tend to be more expensive but offer additional aesthetic and maintenance benefits.

To calculate how much deck railing you need, measure the length of all the edges of your deck where railings are required (excluding any openings or areas bordered by the house). Since precise measurements are crucial, it's a good idea to hire a professional. Contractors have the expertise to accurately measure and install your deck railings.

In most cases, safety standards require railings on steps with more than four risers, steps wider than 44 inches, and decks over 30 inches high, measured from the next level down.

Railings should also be between 34 and 38 inches tall. Regulations can vary based on your location, so it's important to check your local building codes or consult a local contractor. There are also rules about the size of the gaps between pickets and between the bottom of the railing and the deck.

Before installing a railing on your front porch, you'll need to check local permitting requirements. Local building authorities may have specific codes that require a permit—or, in some cases, no permit at all. Reviewing your city's guidelines and consulting a qualified professional will help ensure your project meets all legal and safety standards, preventing any unexpected issues during inspections.

Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck railings depends on the extent of the damage and whether you can match new materials to the old ones. If you have minor issues, repair might be an option. However, when it's challenging to match existing materials, replacing the railings can give your deck a fresh start and reset its lifespan. A decking expert can assess your railings and recommend the best course of action to improve safety and maintain a cohesive look.

The Canaan, NH homeowners’ guide to wood stairs and railings installations and replacements

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