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As a homeowner, you face a lot of concerns with the upkeep of your property. Ensuring your deck is safe, reliable, and long-lasting should not be one of those concerns. Deck collapses have increased over the years, due to the fact decks are getting older, built with inadequate fasteners, or are made of materials that …
The average lifespan of a pine, cedar, or similarly softer wood deck is 15 years. Over 15 years the deck can shift, leaving it vulnerable to damage, and possibly a collapse. Although checking for secure fasteners and screws is a great way to ensure the lifespan of your deck, it is not the only action …
Did you know over 40 million decks in the United States are in serious need of repair or replacement? How would you feel if you discovered your deck was not up to code and could be the most dangerous area of your home? If your deck was built prior to 1999, don’t neglect it any …
Green Bay, Wisconsin is world famous for the Green Bay Packers. However, this football team is not the only thing this city has. It’s a thriving industrial metropolis that sits on the mouth of the Fox River, and the Bay of Green Bay, which opens up to Lake Michigan. Back in 2004, Green Bay proposed …
Toronto, the largest city in Canada, is known for its cold climate and beautiful architecture. Being a metropolitan city with such a large population, the city council decided to create a series of boardwalks that would bring tourism to the pristine Toronto waterfront. Fun Fact: Did you know that Toronto is actually colder than Green Bay …
Sometimes people like to remodel their deck because they’re sick of the look. Sometimes, it’s a necessity. When one Florida couple decided to buy their new island home, they were shocked to see the condition of the deck. As you’ll see in the picture below, not only was this deck in bad shape…stepping on it …
[singlepic id=65 w=600 h=450 float=center] When you visit the magical theme parks and resorts of Disney World, you feel as if you’ve escaped to another dimension. One of these magical escapes is the Disney BoardWalk Resort. The Disney BoardWalk opened in July of 1996. Visitors and guests are immediately taken back in time to the …