From: Julie Subject: [workmom] Compiled deck/fence info Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2005 10:57:20 -0400 powerwash: ACE powerwashing - (973) 736 8893. We found them to be very honest about what we need to do and what would be unnecessary. Our deck looks great and they did not recommend to stain the fence right away but rather to wait one year (I forgot the reason why, as they talked to myhusband about it). I used Ace Powerwash for staining and powerwashing our deck. They were very reasonable. I believe the deck has to be treated approx. every two years. I think you have to power-wash and stain it at least every other year. We use Time to Clean in Millburn. Rick Delansky is a really nice guy. He's in the phone book. I used Deck Tech from Berkeley Heights when I had a deck. It was cedar and I had it power washed and stained every 2 years. They do a nice job. we just had ours cleaned and stained - you do it every few years or so generally - we used power clean 973-376-1742 - they powewashed, cleaned, light sanding, restained. it was a bit expensive I think but good and they came when they said they would and did a good job. good luck Jane