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Category: Deck Building Tips

July 19, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why You Should Use Block Shims Instead of Shingle Shims for Joists

Why You Should Use Block Shims Instead of Shingle Shims for Joists

I vividly remember a deck project I took on early in my career; I was struggling with uneven joists that threatened to […]

July 19, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to fix a loose railing post without tearing up the deck

How to fix a loose railing post without tearing up the deck

Ever stepped onto your porch or deck, only to feel that unsettling wobble under your hand on the railing? It’s a surprisingly […]

July 19, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to fix a sagging railing without replacing the posts

How to fix a sagging railing without replacing the posts

I remember the first time I stepped onto my deck and noticed it: the handrail was leaning just a little too much, […]

July 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

The flashing secret that prevents ledger board rot

The flashing secret that prevents ledger board rot

I vividly remember the moment I first stepped onto my newly built deck, only to notice a damp, moldy smell creeping from […]

July 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why I stopped using nails for deck board installation

Why I stopped using nails for deck board installation

It was a warm Saturday morning when I stood in my backyard, staring at a half-finished deck that refused to cooperate. My […]

July 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why I use structural screws instead of carriage bolts

Why I use structural screws instead of carriage bolts

Years ago, I eagerly built a beautiful new set of stairs for my deck. I thought I had everything covered—carefully measured every […]

July 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to secure a deck post to concrete without it rotting

How to secure a deck post to concrete without it rotting

It was a bright Saturday morning when I got that dreaded call from my wife—”The deck post is wobbly again!” I remember […]

July 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why your deck footings need to be deeper than you think

Why your deck footings need to be deeper than you think

I remember the first time I built a deck, excited to finally enjoy the outdoor space I had been dreaming of. But […]

July 17, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to Fix a Sinking Deck Footing Without Tearing Everything Down

How to Fix a Sinking Deck Footing Without Tearing Everything Down

It was a warm summer afternoon when I stepped onto my deck, only to feel that unsettling wobble beneath my feet. The […]

July 15, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to Tape Your Joists to Double the Life of Your Deck Frame

How to Tape Your Joists to Double the Life of Your Deck Frame

It was a scorching Saturday afternoon when I finally decided to inspect my beloved outdoor deck. As I stepped onto it, I […]

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