7 Things to Consider Before Building A Deck

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7 Things to Consider Before Building A Deck
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• Extending your living space without adding on to
  your home is made possible with a deck, but there
  are several important things to be aware of
  before you start a conversation with your chosen,
  local construction company.
• Below are 7 of the most important things to
  consider before building a deck
• Conduct thorough planning
• To be ready to enjoy your deck in the summer, you
  should start planning your deck construction in
  the spring. Not only is this necessary because a
  deck installation is a big project that takes
  time to plan and execute, but theyre a highly
  popular project, too, and your preferred local
  construction company may be in high demand.

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• Research laws and regulations
• Before you get to the planning stage, check local
  building codes and regulations to find out
  whether you need a permit to build your deck. If
  youre not sure, your chosen professional
  construction company will be able to guide you
  better, and ensure that you stay on the right
  side of the law.
• Determine what your deck will be used for
• What do you want to use your deck for? Will you
  be entertaining friends and family on it, or
  unwinding on it at the end of a hard day at work?
  Once youve figured out what the main purpose of
  your deck will be, you can make more informed
  decisions about what materials to use, where the
  deck should be located, as well as its size and
  shape.

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• Find the perfect spot
• Building a deck off of your back door means that
  its in a very convenient location, and can
  seamlessly blend your indoor space with your
  outside space. That said, freestanding decks are
  also a popular choice, and are perfect for
  surrounding a backyard pool or hot tub. Talk to a
  local construction company about the best spots
  for your deck.
• Set a budget
• Choosing materials and deciding on a design for
  your deck is made much easier when youve got a
  clear idea of your budget, and your chosen
  construction company will certainly appreciate
  knowing exactly what theyve got to work with.

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• What design should your deck be?
• While your chosen construction professional will
  guide you through the design planning phase, it
  helps to think about what kind of furniture you
  plan to put on it, so that they can be sure to
  build one sturdy enough, and in a shape and size
  that will accommodate your chair, tables, BBQ or
  even a bar.
• Think about what your deck should be made from
• While there is nothing wrong with sticking to
  tradition and opting for a wooden deck, there are
  many other options out there to suit all manner
  of budgets and style requirements. Go through
  every option carefully with your construction
  pro, and decide upon what material will best suit
  your needs and budget.

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• Provided you think your deck options through
  carefully, and talk to a construction
  professional about what you plan to use it for,
  and what you want to keep on it, a deck could be
  an amazing, attractive and useful addition to
  your home.
• RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive
  general contractor in Astoria NY. From initial
  design to final clean up, our results speak for
  themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and
  bonded to provide both commercial and residential
  construction services to customers in Astoria and
  the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York
  State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too
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