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May is Deck Safety Month and serves as a good reminder for all homeowners to take a little time this coming weekend to check and make sure their deck is structurally sound. Over many years, a deck’s support can weaken, increasing the chances of a dangerous collapse. According to the International Association of Certified […]
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The Most Important Part of Your Deck is Probably Something You’ve Never Heard of
If you are considering adding a deck onto your San Diego home, your head is probably filled with grand ideas, like multiple levels, a built-in niche for a hot tub, or areas for romantic recessed lighting. This is all well and good, but you probably haven’t spent one minute thinking about the most important part […]
What A Deck Inspection Entails
As we mentioned in our last blog post, May is Deck Safety Month, which makes this the opportune time to call Best Rate Repair and request a free deck inspection. Our wood repair experts can let you know that your deck is safe for your family and friends to enjoy or if there are any […]
Decks Don’t Last Forever – Deck Safety Month
Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to clean out the grill, re-stain the deck and invite friends, family and neighbors over for some outdoor get-togethers. Before you throw the first steaks on the grill however, ask yourself – Is my deck safe? May is Deck Safety Month, and now is the time […]
What Does A Deck Collapse Actually Look Like?
Deck safety is a topic I’ve covered several times on this blog, but it’s always good to remind readers that deck collapse is a real safety concern. Every year hundreds of people across the country are killed or sustain serious injuries when their old or poorly-built deck collapses. Some homeowners consider building a deck on […]
Is Your Deck Safe For Barbeque Season?
It’s the most exciting time of the year. That’s right, deck safety month! Alright, so maybe Deck Safety Month isn’t exactly exciting, but deck safety is an important topic. Every year hundreds of decks across the United States collapse, causing injury and death. Just a few preventative checkups could prevent such a disaster. As you […]
How You Know When It’s Time To Replace Your Home’s Deck
Just like every other structural component of your home, decks wear out over time. They may actually break down sooner than most of your other structures, because they are outside and must regularly face the elements (in San Diego that can mean lots of UV rays, heavy heat and occasional rain). How do you know […]
How To Inspect The Structural Components Of A Deck
Learning to perform a basic deck inspection will help you understand the need for building codes and the why proper materials and fasteners will save you money in the long run and help ensure the safety of your family and friends for years to come. When inspecting a deck, make sure to review each of […]
Deck Danger Number Four: Age/Lack of Maintenance
Just like every other feature of a house, a deck ages over time and eventually needs to be replaced. A deck’s lifespan can be increased dramatically through proper maintenance. Your deck spends its whole life outside. It must withstand sizzling heat waves, frozen winters, thunder storms, ocean air, termites, fungus, heavy winds, even perhaps […]
Deck Danger Number Four: Age/Lack of Maintenance
Just like every other feature of a house, a deck ages over time and eventually needs to be replaced. A deck’s lifespan can be increased dramatically through proper maintenance. Your deck spends its whole life outside. It must withstand sizzling heat waves, frozen winters, thunder storms, ocean air, termites, fungus, heavy winds, even perhaps earthquakes […]
