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A Backyard Deck Can Enhance the Look of Your House while adding to its value

January 15th, 2010
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Enhancing your House with a Backyard deck while adding to it's value.

A Backyard Deck can really change the whole appearance of your house.

A Backyard Deck can not only enhance the look of your house but can enhance the usability of your backyard while also adding  to its value. A backyard deck becomes your additional living space in which you can arrange small parities and social events for family and friends. In the spring time a backyard deck can really help you to enjoy the colorful outdoors.

There are a few things to consider prior to starting construction of your Backyard Deck:

1- Before undertaking deck construction, it is a good idea for you to consult your local building department. Know the codes about their easements or restrictions. If you hire a reputable local deck contractor they may know the codes as well as having your local utility companies  mark all the necessary underground utilities.

2. With a Backyard Deck design’s are unlimited.

Instead of going for a simple deck, you can create your own unique design to make the deck look more impressive and alluring. Build a great outdoor ambiance where all your family members can enjoy during the leisure time. You can include a granite bar, outdoor stereo system and an outdoor kitchen with grill and refrigerator. You can  add sofas and comfortable chairs to this living area.

3. Material for your Backyard Deck.

You have choices when considering what type of material to use for your deck and with them come pro’s and con’s.  To help narrow them down consider your budget, ease of maintenance, longevity and look. Do you want a backyard deck with a natural look and feel that might require a little effort to keep it looking good like pressure treated pine, redwood or cedar. Maybe you would like  a backyard deck with less maintenance like some of the composite decks or plastics. While these will require less care they will not look as natural.

4. Additional features to help enhance your Backyard deck.

Some additional features can be added to the deck area to give it an exotic look. You can include a fish pond with a waterfall, a gas heater, attractive lights, ceiling fan, a good durable roof, outdoor rug, paintings and art work in the deck.

5. Take advantage of online Backyard Deck resources.

If you fall short on ideas, time or know how make use of your favorite search engine to search for designs and ideas to help you make this big decision.

You can really help make your outdoor living area  a comfortable and attractive place by following the above mentioned.

Since 1980 we have been helping Dallas metro area home owners realize their dreams. Let us help you realize yours by requesting a no obligation quote on a new Backyard Deck today.

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Treated Pine Deck Rockwall, Tx Testimonial

September 3rd, 2009

 

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Second Story Wood Deck with Spiral Metal Stairs

 

Regarding Our New Treated Pine Deck.

Dear Terry,

We just wanted to write you a letter to tell you how happy we are with our deck! It is exactly what we wanted and it is just beautiful. Now we can enjoy panoramic views of the lake from our backyard, something we have always dreamed about.

We want you to know how impressed we have been with the workmanship and quality of the treated pine deck. It is not only beautiful, but it is extremely well-made. We are so pleased with the outcome of your work.

We also want to let you know that we asked you to build our deck because of your professionalism from day one of the bid. You have always been here when you promised and you have also been punctual. We also liked how you have communicated with us throughout the building process.

Thanks again for our treated pine deck! We will highly recommend you to all of our friends!

Sincerely,
Mark & Miranda

Rockwall, Texas


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Adding a Backyard Deck to Extend Your Living Space

August 18th, 2009

By Terry Campbell

A Backyard Deck is almost a must in Dallas Tx and can be an extension of your living space for entertaining family and friends while adding to the value of your home. First you need to consider a few things like budget, architecture of your home, landscape, family needs and your lifestyle. If you are on a tight budget then you can do this in steps while taking into consideration what the completed project will be.

When you’ve decided to build a Backyard Deck you will then want to check with your local building department on what their requirements are like easements or restrictions. Before construction starts it is always good to have your local utility companies mark any underground utilities. A good deck contractor will do this.

Will your Backyard Deck be made of wood and if so will it be pressure treated pine, cedar or redwood that will require maintenance from time to time like that will need a good wood preservative or will it be an exotic hard wood or composite deck material that requires less attention? Will it be constructed with screws or nails? Check with your supplier to make sure that you get the best fasteners for you application if doing this yourself.

You can make your new Backyard Deck an outdoor living room with a fireplace or fire pit with a outdoor kitchen complete with a sink with running water, built in gas grill and refrigerator or just a deck with a portable gas or charcoal grill.

Consider shading your Backyard Deck with a pergola or getting a little more protection from the rain with a shingled roof  deck cover over the area and maybe install a set of french doors linking the indoors out to your new backyard paradise.

A nice water feature like a fish pond with a waterfall is a great addition to your Backyard Deck and  can add a relaxing touch for those days when you want to nap in your rope hammock or use your laptop surfing the internet. You can add a gas heater for the cooler days or screen it in to keep those pesky bugs out while still letting the breeze flow through.

To finish off your Backyard Deck add lighting, ceiling fan, outdoor rug, outdoor furniture, landscaping, wall mounted LCD TV and outdoor art work.

As you can see the possibilities for a Backyard Deck are endless and this will give you endless memories for you family and friend photo albums. See more Backyard Deck

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Building Your Own Wood Deck

August 13th, 2009

By Daniel Lazai at EzineArticles.com

Before beginning construction on your deck be sure to check with your zoning laws for regulations regarding your deck.

Most deck projects will require you to get a permit.

Some good reasons to build your own deck would be to save some money by doing the work yourself. Another reason would be to add more value to your home, give your home a nicer look, have a great outdoor space to relax, and also have a nice spot to barbecue and entertain.

Before beginning you will have to figure out which tools you will need for this project. One of the most important tools you will need is some plans. Having some deck plans and following the instructions will make building your deck allot easier. If you feel you are not skilled enough to build your own deck, you should consider hiring a general contractor. It is a good idea to talk to some contractors and get about two or three estimates. Even if you plan to build the deck yourself, you can get an idea of the money you will save by building it yourself.

Always take your time when you are choosing the design and style for your deck.

Make sure to think things through with some careful planning. Asking family and friends for their opinion is a great way to get ideas for the design of your deck. Looking at other decks is another way to come up with a design you might like. Seeing how other decks are built, and asking the homeowner questions can help you avoid mistakes when building your own deck.

The location of the deck can affect the way you use your deck. Take into consideration how the sun, wind, and other natural elements will affect how your deck will be used.

Natural elements such as the sun and moisture is the most common reason for damage to the deck. Applying sealer or stain to your deck is a good way to protect it. A good finish will repel water, and protect the wood from the suns UV rays.

The type of wood you choose for your deck is very important.

This will decide how your deck will look, how long it will last, and how much money you will need to build your deck. Choose the best wood you can afford for best results. The most common lumber for building decks are pressure treated lumber, redwood, and cedar. When buying lumber give it a good inspection. By inspecting the lumber at the lumberyard one by one you can get the best boards possible. Hand picking the lumber will make your deck last longer, and it will also make it look more attractive.

By doing some research, and some careful planning, you will avoid mistakes and have a beautiful safe deck that will bring you and your family years and years of enjoyment.

 

If you are looking for a local Dallas deck contractor please feel free to contact us.

Fences and Decks in Dallas, Texas

August 11th, 2009

The purpose of this blog is to educate my future customers on transforming their backyard into an environment that can be enjoyed by you, your family and friends for years to come.

I have been serving happy customers in the Dallas, Rockwall, and Collin counties since 1981 and would love the opportunity to have you as one of these happy customers. We can work together to create and build you a custom wood or composite deck, cedar pergola and arbor, shingled patio cover, tropical cover with thatched palm leaves, custom cedar privacy fence, wrought iron fence, electric driveway gate or custom gazebo. We also do repairs.

Please feel free to drop by my website and visit the gallery and/or request a free quote.

Please stop by often as I build on this blog to help people better understand.

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