Deck Safety Checklist May 17, 2021 Dave Kile TipsDeck collapse may seem uncommon, yet about 500 people a year are injured in such events. Often, a combination of…Read More
Building a deck in the spring: Top things to know April 13, 2021 Dave Kile TipsAs spring arrives, the daffodils beacon and the robins call you outdoors. If you have ever contemplated deck building to…Read More
How Long Do Treated Deck Joists Last? March 19, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWhile the framing in your home is protected by layers of siding, brick, caulking, and paint, your wood deck framing…Read More
What Does Joist Tape Do? March 15, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWood, even treated lumber, deteriorates surprisingly quickly when wet. Did you know that more than 90 percent of a deck’s…Read More
How Do You Apply Joist Tape? February 16, 2021 Dave Kile TipsA deck’s beauty may exude from its boards, railings, and design, but its strength is in what lies beneath. To…Read More
Is Joist Tape Necessary: What You Need to Know January 28, 2021 Dave Kile TipsIn any home improvement project, there are many details to consider. The punch list can quickly get long. Thus, it’s…Read More
How Do You Protect Deck Joists? December 16, 2020 Dave Kile TipsAlmost all decks in the United States (about 90%) have wooden framing. That means that the joists and beams that…Read More
What is Deck Ledger Flashing? November 18, 2020 Dave Kile TipsThe ledger board can be the Achilles heel of your home’s structure if it’s not correctly installed and protected. This…Read More
What is the Best Joist Tape? Joist Tape Comparison November 11, 2020 Dave Kile Tips beam tape, deck builders, decking, decks, flashing tape, joist tapeWhen you add a new deck to your home, you make a smart investment. Not only do you create a…Read More
Adding Value to Your Home: 5 Sure Bets November 10, 2020 Dave Kile Tips deck design, deck protection, deck trends, decking, decks, outdoor living, wood rotFor most of us, our house is our biggest investment — in fact, 70 percent of Americans say their house is…Read More
How to Create a Waterproof Deck October 15, 2020 Dave Kile Tips deck protection, decking, decks, waterproof deckJust as a tree has many rings, protecting your wood requires you to think beyond the surface. Deck waterproofing is…Read More
How to Install Deck Flashing August 18, 2020 Dave Kile Tips deck protection, decking, decks, waterproof deckWhen planning a new deck, it’s fun to spend time choosing colors and styles for your deck boards and railings.…Read More