At Done Rite the First Time, LLC, we are locally owned our of Royal Oak, MI and have over 25 years of experience in the handyman and home improvement business. As our name says, we'll do it right the first time. Our mission is to take your honey-do list and make it a thing of the past. We specialize in everything from minor repairs to the full remodeling of your kitchen, bath or basement. We also offer a home maintenance plan and specialize in the installation of several innovative products including IntelliDeck, ZCounterform concrete counter tops, Fibo wall paneling, Sound-Tec flooring, and Versa Lift storage. Visit our website at www.handymandonerite.com for a complete listing of the services we provide and for more information on our specialty products and home maintenance plan. Licensed and Insured by the State of Michigan # 2101214031 Owner Larry Barr
"Excellent quality of service"
Ray J on May 2020
At Done Rite the First Time, LLC, we are locally owned our of Royal Oak, MI and have over 25 years of experience in the handyman and home improvement business. As our name says, we'll do it right the first time. Our mission is to take your honey-do list and make it a thing of the past. We specialize in everything from minor repairs to the full remodeling of your kitchen, bath or basement. We also offer a home maintenance plan and specialize in the installation of several innovative products including IntelliDeck, ZCounterform concrete counter tops, Fibo wall paneling, Sound-Tec flooring, and Versa Lift storage. Visit our website at www.handymandonerite.com for a complete listing of the services we provide and for more information on our specialty products and home maintenance plan. Licensed and Insured by the State of Michigan # 2101214031 Owner Larry Barr
"Excellent quality of service"
Ray J on May 2020
I am committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very Professional!! Would hire again"
Michele L on November 2024
I am committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very Professional!! Would hire again"
Michele L on November 2024
Welcome to Built to Last Construction, LLC! We are a member pf the Better Business Bureau. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com . If you would like us to contact you please leave your information in the comment section so we can have an idea of your project expectations. Small business owners Thomas and Ann Hendges are a husband and wife team. We have been in n business since 2017 and are licensed and insured. We bring the love of our craft to you and specialize in deck restorations, building and repair and interior and exterior door installation. However, no job is too big or too small. We also offer handyman services. We take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com Thank you!
"Great people and great work as promised. Price very reasonable as well. Will hire them again anytime."
Claudio S on April 2025
Welcome to Built to Last Construction, LLC! We are a member pf the Better Business Bureau. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com . If you would like us to contact you please leave your information in the comment section so we can have an idea of your project expectations. Small business owners Thomas and Ann Hendges are a husband and wife team. We have been in n business since 2017 and are licensed and insured. We bring the love of our craft to you and specialize in deck restorations, building and repair and interior and exterior door installation. However, no job is too big or too small. We also offer handyman services. We take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. Check out our 5 star reviews! You can visit our website for information on our deck prices and door prices. www.b2lconstruction.com Thank you!
"Great people and great work as promised. Price very reasonable as well. Will hire them again anytime."
Claudio S on April 2025
Blaik's Fence Staining & Pressure Washing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I found Bill Blaik on Home Advisor for my 72 year old disabled Aunt. He came out gave her a quote on power washing and painting/staining her deck and new cedar rails. He came out in July of 2023 to do the job. Power washing went fine but the painting and staining of the deck and new rails did not go well. The deck floor barely had one coat of paint with areas that were untouched. The new cedar railing was quoted for two coats of UV clear but that did not happen. Thereâ s areas that were completely missed and nothing got a 2nd coat. He said he would be back out but he had a car accident and hurt his back. He told us he would contact us in the spring to finish the job. He was already paid in full at this point for a total of $3888. Come April of 2024 we reached out numerous times to see when he was available to come finish the job but have not responded to any emails or phone calls. This is very unprofessional and I do not recommend his company."
Marilyn B on September 2024
Blaik's Fence Staining & Pressure Washing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I found Bill Blaik on Home Advisor for my 72 year old disabled Aunt. He came out gave her a quote on power washing and painting/staining her deck and new cedar rails. He came out in July of 2023 to do the job. Power washing went fine but the painting and staining of the deck and new rails did not go well. The deck floor barely had one coat of paint with areas that were untouched. The new cedar railing was quoted for two coats of UV clear but that did not happen. Thereâ s areas that were completely missed and nothing got a 2nd coat. He said he would be back out but he had a car accident and hurt his back. He told us he would contact us in the spring to finish the job. He was already paid in full at this point for a total of $3888. Come April of 2024 we reached out numerous times to see when he was available to come finish the job but have not responded to any emails or phone calls. This is very unprofessional and I do not recommend his company."
Marilyn B on September 2024
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very satisfied with Kyle and crew’s work getting out wood deck and children’s play set cleaned and stained. Kyle communicated well and clearly worked hard. Were very happy with the results and would both hire again and recommend to others!"
Jeremy D on May 2025
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very satisfied with Kyle and crew’s work getting out wood deck and children’s play set cleaned and stained. Kyle communicated well and clearly worked hard. Were very happy with the results and would both hire again and recommend to others!"
Jeremy D on May 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Did an excellent job on power washing my barn and concrete walkways. Brought their own water supply, which was a plus."
Joann T on September 2024
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Did an excellent job on power washing my barn and concrete walkways. Brought their own water supply, which was a plus."
Joann T on September 2024
34 YEARS EXPERIENCE-We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
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Maureen C on May 2025
34 YEARS EXPERIENCE-We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
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Maureen C on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He was very professional and precise in his work."
Anish B on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He was very professional and precise in his work."
Anish B on May 2025
Metropolitan Construction Company, LLC is a family owned/operated business. We have been in business since 1982. Contact us today so we can visit your home and give you an estimate on your home improvement needs. We do it right the first time and customer service is key to our success!
"Mike went above and beyond when he realized the paint store had mixed the wrong color"
DEBRA P on May 2022
Metropolitan Construction Company, LLC is a family owned/operated business. We have been in business since 1982. Contact us today so we can visit your home and give you an estimate on your home improvement needs. We do it right the first time and customer service is key to our success!
"Mike went above and beyond when he realized the paint store had mixed the wrong color"
DEBRA P on May 2022
SKM property maintenance has been in business for over 15 years we specialize in home repairs and updates big or small professional staff very fair competitive prices amazing customer service We go above and beyond to make every customer happy every time
"I ended up having to take them to small claims court because the work was not good and they wanted to upcharge me twice to finish it correctly. They use independent contractors so communication and expectations may not be clear. Just check their ratings elsewhere before you hire them,"
Kristina J on May 2025
SKM property maintenance has been in business for over 15 years we specialize in home repairs and updates big or small professional staff very fair competitive prices amazing customer service We go above and beyond to make every customer happy every time
"I ended up having to take them to small claims court because the work was not good and they wanted to upcharge me twice to finish it correctly. They use independent contractors so communication and expectations may not be clear. Just check their ratings elsewhere before you hire them,"
Kristina J on May 2025
You should clean your deck before sealing it. Cleaning before refinishing is critical. If you don’t remove dirt and debris, you'll trap moisture in the wood, which prevents the new sealer from working correctly and can lead to costly repairs. Whether you need to sand, power wash, or sandblast depends on your deck's condition.
Sealing and staining your deck are essential maintenance methods that protect and beautify your outdoor space. Stain adds rich color and guards against fading, while sealant fortifies the wood against moisture and weather damage. Wood type, climate, deck age, and the degree of existing damage determine whether your deck benefits from one or both treatments. Using both options extends your deck’s durability and enhances its overall appearance.
Power washing and sealing your deck costs $500 to $1,700. This process combines the removal of stubborn dirt and debris with a protective seal that preserves the wood’s integrity. Effective cleaning eliminates harmful buildup, and a proper seal prevents moisture damage and wood decay, ensuring long-term durability and reducing future repair expenses.
Your deck must be sealed every one to three years to maintain its strength and appearance. Regular sealing is essential to protect the wood against moisture, mold, and harmful UV rays. A consistent sealing schedule prevents rapid deterioration and costly repairs. Inspections should be performed annually to determine if the protective layer remains intact, extending the life of your deck.
Leaving your deck untreated compromises its structural integrity and safety. An unprotected deck rots quickly due to moisture and environmental exposure, which means that neglecting sealing results in rapid decay and expensive replacement costs of $4,125 to $11,650. Sealing your deck is essential for maintaining its durability and protecting your home.
The sealant on your deck dries within a few hours and reaches full cure within 72 hours before regular use. It is essential to wait until the complete curing period to ensure the protective layer fully sets and resists weather and foot traffic. Proper drying guarantees that your deck is fully protected against moisture and environmental damage, ensuring lasting quality.