Category: How to Build a Deck

Whenever I think of Building a Deck, the framing process is always what comes to mind. And this makes sense because framing the deck is 70% of the entire deck building process! The good news is...

Just like a concrete foundation is needed to support your home, concrete deck footings (also known as "footers") are required to support your deck. They distribute the weight of the deck and prevent...

Before you can start building a deck, you need to spend a sufficient amount of time planning. It's not fun, but it's necessary (don't shoot the messenger). Planning the layout for your deck...

If you are building a deck, front porch, etc. you are likely going to enconter a situation where you need to attach a horizontal beam to a vertical post. A Deck is a common DIY Project where you...

If you’re building a deck, pergola, or any exterior structure made of lumber, you’ve probably come across joist tape and wondered: Is this stuff actually worth it—or just another upsell at...

If you are building stairs, you are likely going to need to attach them to a concrete landing. In this article, I am going to show you the best way to attach stair stringers to concrete so that your...