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Category: Deck Building Tips

June 20, 2026Deck Building Tips

The trick to installing perfectly level deck posts on uneven ground

The trick to installing perfectly level deck posts on uneven ground

Have you ever stood in your backyard, eager to build that perfect deck you’ve been dreaming about, only to realize the ground […]

June 20, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why I always use a laser level for setting deck post heights

Why I always use a laser level for setting deck post heights

I vividly remember the first time I attempted to set deck posts without a laser level. The frustration was real—posts uneven, measurements […]

June 19, 2026Deck Building Tips

The Best Way to Handle Large Gaps in Deck Boards

The Best Way to Handle Large Gaps in Deck Boards

I’ll never forget the day I stepped onto my deck and immediately noticed the wide, unsightly gaps that had developed over the […]

June 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

The Proper Way to Block Joists for a Hot Tub Load

The Proper Way to Block Joists for a Hot Tub Load

It was a sunny Saturday morning when I first thought I had messed up my entire deck project. I was just about […]

June 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why Your Deck Footings Should Always Be Above Grade

Why Your Deck Footings Should Always Be Above Grade

I remember the first time I built my own deck. Everything seemed straightforward—measure, cut, assemble. But then, a few years down the […]

June 18, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to Spot a Bad Deck Frame Before the Boards Go Down

How to Spot a Bad Deck Frame Before the Boards Go Down

It was a warm Saturday morning when I finally decided to tackle my outdoor project—a new deck that would be the centerpiece […]

June 17, 2026Deck Building Tips

How to Fix a Sinking Deck Corner Fast

How to Fix a Sinking Deck Corner Fast

I remember the exact moment I noticed it—standing on my deck, coffee in hand, when I felt that unsettling wobble beneath my […]

June 17, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why Every Deck Over 30 Inches Needs This Safety Feature

Why Every Deck Over 30 Inches Needs This Safety Feature

I remember the moment vividly—my kids were eagerly climbing the deck stairs, laughter ringing out, when I suddenly caught a glimpse of […]

June 17, 2026Deck Building Tips

Why I Stopped Using Plastic Shims for Deck Leveling

Why I Stopped Using Plastic Shims for Deck Leveling

It was a muggy Saturday afternoon when I finally recognized the nagging truth about my deck project. Every time someone stepped onto […]

June 17, 2026Deck Building Tips

The One Bolt You Need to Secure Your Deck Railing Posts

The One Bolt You Need to Secure Your Deck Railing Posts

There was a morning not too long ago when I stepped onto my deck and immediately felt that unsettling wobble. At first, […]

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