Buying a home with an enormous backyard is a definite thrill. So much space! There’s room for your dog, a swingset for your 5-year-old, and a deck! For many of us, this is the holy grail. And you—you ...

Q: Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...

No Section Home Inspector: Diamond Pier footings make decks easier to build It has already been two years since I first blogged about Diamond Pier® Foundation Systems. Where does the time go? In my ...

In construction, “a firm foundation” is no cliche. It’s a matter of tradition, good technique and honoring the building codes. How well the structure will stand–and stand up to time and ...

Two pandemic-induced years of being house-bound has given many people a deeper appreciation of the outdoors — and of using the outdoors to extend their homes. The backyard deck is a perennially ...

Perhaps you decided to wait out the lumber shortages of 2020 and 2021. Perhaps now is simply just the right time. Whatever the reason you're finally ready to add that dream deck onto your ...

The cost to build an average-sized deck when hiring a professional can be as high as $9,500. You might want to investigate some budget-friendly DIY deck ideas to save some money. Building your own ...

Spring is nearly here, making it easy to imagine summer, where a warm breeze blows through the trees, and the sun shines brightly in the sky. It’s a perfect time to gather outside and enjoy friends ...