Catoosa County
Deck staining in Ringgold, Georgia
Ringgold sits along I-75 in Catoosa County. Plenty of homes and decks here were rebuilt after the April 2011 tornado, and many of those decks are now well past their first finish.
The decks built after 2011
When a whole area rebuilds at once, a lot of decks age on the same clock. Many of the decks put up around 2011 and 2012 got one coat, maybe two, and are now gray and checking. Good bones, tired surface. That's an easy save.
Newer subdivisions
Ringgold keeps growing, and the new homes come with new pressure-treated decks. Same rule as anywhere: let new lumber dry, test it, then stain within the first year or so.
Fences along the property line
Many Ringgold yards have a privacy fence that's never been sealed. Fences are vertical, so a stain lasts longer on them than on a deck floor. Doing the fence with the deck is usually a good value.
Best time to book in Ringgold
Same as the rest of the area: September and October are the sweet spot. The driest months here on average are October (3.59 in.) and August (3.67 in.)NOAA. Fall dates fill first, so get your photos in early. Why fall works best.
Local question
Asked in Ringgold
My deck is about 13 years old and has never been stained well. Is it too far gone?
Probably not. Unless boards are soft or cracked deep, a good cleaning and brightening brings most decks that age back. Send photos and we'll tell you.
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