It’s important you do your research before you begin a large deck building project. Firstly, you must obtain the proper permits before you begin. Secondly, you have to make sure that your deck is load bearing and safely built. Refer to the following advice on how to build a safe deck. Advice on How to Build a Safe, Strong Deck Why Do I Need a Building Permit? If you don’t obtain the proper building permits before beginning your deck project, you may incur costly upgrades in order to make the deck compliant. Even worse, you may be required to remove the structure completely or face prosecution or hefty fines. Building permits are meant to regulate the various types of construction that are allowed in a community to help ensure safe building standards are being met. Their main goal is to make sure construction projects are not only done legally, but…
The kitchen is the hub of any home. But once the warm weather rolls around, in most cases the deck becomes party central, serving as an outdoor dining…
What type of supports should I provide for my deck? There are many aspects of a deck that should be considered when discussing the structure. These include: joists,…
I am thinking of building a deck in my backyard. Are there alternatives to pressure treated wood for me to consider? The concerns associated with pressure treated lumber…
Mold, rain and sunlight do more than anything else to make outdoor wood look tired and old. In this video I show you the easiest way I know…
In my previous post, Anatomy of a Well Appointed Composite Deck – Part 1, I discussed how to build a rock solid deck; emphasizing how the deck’s substructure…
The following home exterior costs are intended as ball park estimates for repairs and/or improvements to a typical three bedroom home. The costs are based on information obtained…
So, you’ve found some great pictures of decks and deck designs that you think will fit perfectly into your backyard. You’re ready to call a deck building contractor,…
Outdoor lighting changes the ordinary into the extraordinary; creating a lovely ambience to your outdoor living space. Exterior lighting has evolved for the better over the years. Today,…