Deck Repair in Northern Virginia, DC & Maryland
Franklin Services LLC repairs decks for homeowners across the DMV — Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Springfield, Washington DC, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, and Gaithersburg. Call (240) 714-6330 for an estimate.
DMV summers are humid and winters are wet, and decks here show it: boards cup and rot, fasteners back out, railings loosen, and stain fades to gray. Most decks don't need replacing — they need the failing pieces fixed before the damage spreads to the framing.
We replace rotten or split deck boards, secure loose railings and balusters (the repair that matters most for safety), refasten popped screws and nails, repair stair treads, and replace damaged fascia and trim. After repairs, power washing followed by stain or sealer protects the wood and makes ten-year-old lumber look cared-for again.
Every deck repair starts with a look underneath. Surface boards are what you see, but joists, ledger connections, and posts are what hold you up — if we find framing rot or structural issues beyond handyman scope, we'll show you photos and tell you straight rather than screw new boards over a problem.
A safe, solid deck is one of the best returns in home maintenance: it's the difference between a space you use all season and one you quietly avoid.
Deck Repair — frequently asked questions
Can you replace just the bad boards on my deck?
Yes — that's the most common deck job we do. New pressure-treated boards will look lighter than weathered ones at first; staining the deck after repairs blends everything together.
My railing wobbles — is that dangerous?
Treat it as urgent. Railings take real load when someone stumbles against them, and a wobble means the connection is failing. It's typically a quick repair, and one worth doing now.
Do you stain and seal decks?
Yes. We power wash first, let the wood dry, then apply stain or sealer. It's best done in dry, mild weather — spring and fall are ideal in the DMV.
How do I know if my deck needs repair or full replacement?
If the framing (joists, posts, ledger) is sound, repair almost always makes sense. Widespread framing rot or a failing ledger connection changes the answer. We'll inspect underneath and give you an honest assessment.
Need deck repair done right?
Call or text with a few photos and we'll take it from there.