Summer is just around the corner. With everyone stuck at home given the current situation, you may only be able to enjoy the outdoors on your deck or patio. However, this also means getting exposed to the sun’s harsh rays. Fortunately, there are plenty of options when it comes to giving your outdoor space shade and protection against the heat.
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Deck Construction: A Primer on Applying for Permits
In most cases, you’ll need to acquire a permit before the construction of your new deck can start. Building codes clearly state that the construction of decks raised 30 inches above ground level need permits, but the guidelines on decks below 30 inches are less clear-cut. There are exemptions in the International Residential Code for custom decks less than 30 inches high, provided their total area doesn’t exceed 200 square feet, and they’re not attached to the home or serve as the exit door for a house.
[Read more…]3 Tips for Preparing Your Deck for Outdoor Entertaining
The weather is getting warmer, which means many of you are going to use your deck for entertaining guests. An outdoor space like this is a luxury to have – it provides more room for people to move around and reduce the potential for damage to your home’s interior. Whatever activity you have in mind, be it an afternoon cookout or some parlor games with friends and family, you’d want this part of your home to be as fun and inviting as possible.
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