The Problem With Cheap Decks
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
We all love saving money. Think about it: Who, when asked “Would you like to save money?’ would answer “Not me!”? No one! But even though we like to save money, sometimes buying something cheap could end up costing you more in the long run, and this is certainly true when it comes to decks. […]
Should You Build a Deck in the Fall?
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
So you know you want to build a deck, but you’re not sure when you should build it. Traditionally, decks are built during the summer months, but what’s wrong with building a deck in the fall? Fall is a great time to build a Maryland deck, and we wanted to take some time today to […]
Choosing a Tasteful Railing for Your Deck
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
A railing is to a deck as a cherry is to a sundae; it adds that nice finishing flourish that ties everything together nicely. But how do you know what type of railing is right for you and your Maryland deck? Like many of life’s greatest questions, there is no “right” answer. Instead, the answer […]
Should You Paint or Stain Your New Deck?
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
For a long time, one of the most divisive questions in the decking industry has been whether or not you should paint or stain your deck. As a Maryland deck builder, we’ve both stained and painted our fair share of decks. There are a number of pros and cons for each and we wanted to […]
Is Trex Better than Traditional Wooden Decks?
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
For the longest time wood has been the standard material used in the construction of decks, but composite decking is on the rise. There’s a lot to love about composite decking, especially when it comes to Trex decking. As a Maryland Trex deck builder, we know all of the ins and outs of the deck […]
Tips for Saving Money on a Brand New Deck
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
There’s nothing better in the summertime than having a party on your deck with your friends and family. But can you afford a deck? Nowadays nearly anyone can afford a deck, if it’s built by the right Maryland new deck builder and if you use a couple of these money saving tips. 1. Choose a […]
The Most Common Deck Repairs for the Summer
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
Summer is the season when a deck is at it’s peak level of usefulness. There’s nothing better than having a summer barbecue with friends and family. But before you can have fun on your deck, there’s a little bit of work that needs to be done. If you want to keep your deck in the […]
Cracks in Your Deck? You Can Fix Them!
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
Finding cracks in your deck should not be a moment of indescribable panic. In fact, these are quite common. Because of the constant exposure decks face to moisture, heat, and all sorts of accompanying weather, wooden decks are known to incur small cracks. Not only can you relax instead of panic, but you can also […]
Tips for Saving Money on Your Deck Without Cutting Corners
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
The cost of a deck can often be a deterrent for people considering to have one built. Costs can range anywhere from around $2,000 for a smaller wooden build and balloon all the way up closer to $15,000 for a larger deck with composite materials. Understanding where costs can be cut without cutting corners on […]
Can You Replace Wooden Decking Boards with Composite?
Category: Decks
February 25, 2025
You love your wooden deck, but sometimes the maintenance and repairs that come with it make it seem like it’s more trouble than it’s worth. Tearing down and replacing the whole deck with a brand new composite deck might be a good idea, but it also seems like a costly solution to your wooden decking […]
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