How to Keep Your Outdoor Deck in Top Form Using a Maintenance Schedule

CINCINNATI, OH--(Marketwire -06/27/12)- Outdoor decks are perfect for summer lounging, but they may be paying the price for the colder and often wetter winter months with unsafe, unsightly damage. Handyman Connection, one of the largest home improvement specialty companies in North America, today released some pointers maintaining an attractive and secure outdoor deck.

"There are things you can do every month to keep a deck in great condition, but you still need to take advantage of the good weather of summer to do a thorough annual inspection and repair outdoor deck," says Jeff Wall of Handyman Connection.

Here are some suggestions for maintaining outdoor deck in good shape:

Weekly or Bi-Weekly Upkeep

Monthly Cleaning

Annual Maintenance

"With proper outdoor deck maintenance, there's no reason your deck can't hold up to the elements and look great for years," says Wall. "That's peace of mind, knowing you can enjoy your deck without worrying about how safe it is."

About Handyman ConnectionIn 1993, Handyman Connection (www.handymanconnection.com) became the first home improvement and repairs firm to offer franchises. The company specializes in small to medium home improvements, repairs and remodeling. The Handyman Connection has franchises throughout North America, each locally owned and operated and backed by the company. Company policy dictates that every handyman has at least 10 years of professional experience. Handyman Connection is a subsidiary of FS Brands a leader and innovator in franchising and in property management. FS Brands is a subsidiary of FirstService Corporation (FSRV) (FSV.TO), a globally diversified leader in real estate services. For more information, see http://www.firstservice.com.

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