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We have now brought in SuperPrime Select solid primed boards from the Timber Trading Group.
Both companies have now come out with upgraded warranties for their architectural (laminated) shingles. Both roofing companies offer a limited lifetime warranty on those shingles.
There are numerous advantages to having a deck off or near your home. Decks offer a sound and level surface for enjoying outdoor activities such as grilling, entertaining friends, or just sitting out at night watching the stars.
We hope you enjoy the following series of articles that focus on the many aspects of the deck building process such as planning and design, the various phases of construction from footings to finish, available materials both conventional and composite, issues concerning building codes, and other helpful bits of information to get you pointed in the right direction.
Decks designs, codes and components have seen many changes in the last several years. It's become necessary for most people to get some professional advice before entering into the process of construction.
In addition to any help you may find in these articles, Lapointe Lumber has several knowledgeable people on staff to sit down with you and go over your deck plan in detail. We can also steer you towards trustworthy, competent, insured contractors.
Our first article will focus on consideration of permits and building codes. Read on!
It's exciting to plan a deck project – one tends to focus on the finished project and all the enjoyment it will bring. There are a few key considerations at the outset that can help set the tone for success.
It is appealing for many to think of saving money by building their own deck. In many cases this works well provided the homeowner has sufficient skills to deal with the complexity of the project.
The disadvantage here is that while an individual may be skilled at building they may know little about the permits and laws that go hand in hand with residential construction. This is important for many reasons:
While every home and landscape is different, there are common considerations with respect to choosing the right spot and materials and practices for framing it up.
A few basic questions need to be addressed to pick a good spot for you new deck.
In some cases it's obvious due to the limitations of the house and lot but larger homes on bigger lots leave location choices to be pondered. Southern and Western exposures are common because of their afternoon sun. Those with an aversion to sun may opt to build on a Northeast elevation.
We have a variety of decking material from various vendors. See a list of types and vendors here.