Loads pages, regardless of browser. Preload 20 images to memory. Here you'll find in-depth articles on topics related to the building, care, and maintenance of your home from roofs to basements, and everything in between. Decks allow us to maximize our outdoor life.
Decks expand our house size at lower cost.
Decks can help us take advantage of views, or protect our privacy. Decks reduce the amount of grass we have to cut. Wood rot, water leaks, and slippery surfaces are but a few of the more common deck problems. Poor choice of materials and poor construction practices tend to make decks a source of constant repair and problems. But new materials and techniques allow the construction of decks which can be regarded as permanent structures with minimal maintenance.