Rotting can be a common issue for a deck. After being in the elements for enough time, usually, a few months, dust and moisture start to break down decking, with moisture serving as the biggest cause for rotting. You want… Read More
Archive for the ‘Deck Maintenance’ Category
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Ways a Deck Can Be Impacted By Humid Weather
We still have a little bit of summer left, and that means more heat and humidity could be coming our way. If you have a deck on your property, the humidity is of particular concern because wood isn’t exactly known… Read More
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More Possible Deck Defects and Solutions
As we continue our way through the summer, many people are making the most of their time by enjoying the features they have outside. For some of you, this may include a deck that you have. Decks can be the… Read More
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Possible Concerns for Deck Safety
A deck should be somewhere that’s enjoyable for every member of your family. Having to worry about potential accidents on your decking is not fun, but sadly, accidents are more likely to happen on some decks than others. In extreme… Read More
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Prepping Your Deck for the Upcoming Summer
As temperatures keep climbing higher as we head into summertime, people will want to get outside more often. A great place to spend time outside is on your deck if your home has one. The only problem is that cold… Read More
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How to Prevent the Collapse of Your Deck
There are plenty of stories that involve decks collapsing. Were you aware that more than 500 people sustain injuries due to deck collapses every year? Sometimes, injuries can even be lethal. This is even more concerning hearing that around 40… Read More
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Making Sure Squirrels Don’t Chew On Your Wooden Deck
Squirrels are common to see in many people’s yards, and these little guys can be pretty active. Sometimes, they can cause problems, though, and one of those problems comes with them gnawing away at your deck. This concern is for… Read More
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How to Know If Your Deck is Unsafe
The weather is starting to get warmer, and as we enter daylight savings and start the spring season, those who have decks on their properties will want to start getting more use out of them. Decks are wonderful hangout spots… Read More
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How Your Deck Can Get Damaged By Ice Dams and Falling Snow
There have been some rather chilly days this winter, and a few of those days have brought about some sizable snowfall. Snow can be a burden for people’s cars, pathways, and roofs, among other things. One other part of your… Read More
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How to Know Your Deck is Beyond Repairing and in Need of Replacing
Decks are often used to help define people’s outdoor living spaces. They give people the perfect place to entertain guests, host various events, or simply relax after a long day. But there will be a time when a deck starts… Read More