Decks

There are many options to choose from and consider when selecting the material from which to build your new deck! The most common types and descriptions to help you choose the right material that’s best for you are listed below:

Pressure Treated Wood

Pros

Affordable

Insect resistant

Rot resistant for up to 40 years by some suppliers

Stronger wood that is more difficult to scratch or dent

Looks better longer when maintained

Cons

High maintenance (requires some type of attention every 1 to 2 years)

Splits easily

Warps easily if not protected with paint , sealer, or stain

Needs to weather 3 to 6 months before applying protection of your choice

Requires clothing to protect hands, arms, face, and lungs when cutting

The saw dust could kill your flowers ,vegetables or contaminate water supply

Corrosive to improper fasteners

Pressure Treated Wood

Pros

Affordable

Stronger wood that is more difficult to scratch or dent

Insect resistant

Looks better longer when maintained

Rot resistant for up to 40 years by some suppliers

Cons

High maintenance (requires some type of attention every 1 to 2 years)

Requires clothing to protect hands, arms, face, and lungs when cutting

Corrosive to improper fasteners

Splits easily

Warps easily if not protected with paint , sealer, or stain

The saw dust could kill your flowers ,vegetables or contaminate water supply

Very hazardous chemicals

Needs to weather 3 to 6 months before applying protection of your choice

Lifetime guaranties

Energy savings

Multiple options to choose from

Lifetime guaranties

Energy savings

Multiple options to choose from

Cedar Wood

Pros

Nice deep color when new

Naturally resistant to most insects

Boards tend to lay flatter

Resists moisture absorption

Less warping, twisting, and splitting

Cons

High maintenance (requires some type of attention every 1 to 2 years)

Soft wood (dents and scratches easily)

Moderately priced (not a low budget deck)

Looks tired after 10 years but last about 15 to 20 years

Prone to wood borer bees

Does not like shady damp areas- it will deteriorate

Cedar Wood

Pros

Nice deep color when new

Boards tend to lay flatter

Less warping, twisting, and splitting

Naturally resistant to most insects

Resists moisture absorption

Cons

High maintenance (requires some type of attention every 1 to 2 years)

Moderately priced (not a low budget deck)

Soft wood (dents and scratches easily)

Prone to wood borer bees

Looks tired after 10 years but last about 15 to 20 years

Does not like shady damp areas- it will deteriorate

Composite Decks

Pros

Looks good

Insect & Water resistant

Low maintenance (clean with eco-friendly detergent once a year)

Fades evenly

Strong

And no splinters in bare feet ( OH YEAAAH ! )

Doesn’t dent easily with furniture

Cons

Expensive

Can sag and warp

Can look fake and cheap depending on brand

Can be very slippery depending on brand

Not mold and mildew resistant, especially in shaded areas

Composite Deck

Pros

Low maintenance (clean with eco-friendly detergent once a year)

Looks good

Fades evenly

Insect & Water resistant

Wont splinter or rot

Can be stained after 4 to 6 months on most brands if you wish

And no splinters in bare feet ( OH YEAAAH ! )

Strong & doesn’t dent easily with furniture

Cons

Expensive

Can look fake and cheap depending on brand

Can sag and warp

Not mold and mildew resistant, especially in shaded areas

Can be very slippery depending on brand

From the consultation to the install the whole experience was delightful!

Dave went over, in detail, the plus and minus of the different levels of window we could purchase (no pressure) and what we would expect from start to finish with the project. I was hoping for windows to be done by a certain time and they were finished long before then! I love, love, love how I was treated! The installers were friendly, even after my 100 questions for them. Would HIGHLY recommend this company!!!

-MAGGIE K

Would hire again!

They recently installed an egress window and I’m very satisfied with the job they did. The job was done very quickly and they went the extra mile to make sure we were completely happy. Would hire again!

– GREG W

From the consultation to the install the whole experience was delightful!

Dave went over, in detail, the plus and minus of the different levels of window we could purchase (no pressure) and what we would expect from start to finish with the project. I was hoping for windows to be done by a certain time and they were finished long before then! I love, love, love how I was treated! The installers were friendly, even after my 100 questions for them. Would HIGHLY recommend this company!!!

-MAGGIE K

Would hire again!

They recently installed an egress window and I’m very satisfied with the job they did. The job was done very quickly and they went the extra mile to make sure we were completely happy. Would hire again!

– GREG W

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