Build a deck diy

Building a deck on your own will take time and planning, but can save you money in the end. We partnered with Evision Decking to bring you along on our process of building a deck on a budget! We had never built a deck before and decided to research the process and materials to use,

<p>Watch as This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to build a professional-looking on-grade deck.</p>

How to build an "instant" floating deck using concrete deck blocks! The deck block pier system takes the hardest part out of building a deck.

The latest building codes require decks supported by a house to be built with a “positive attachment” to resist lateral loads

How to build a raised deck for beginners with no prior experience. Step-by-step guide on how to build a composite deck.

Every homeowner dreams of transforming their yard into the perfect outdoor oasis, and building a deck is atop item on that list. To many, this seems like a complicated project, and rightfully so, but a ground level deck eliminates some of the hard work since you don't need stairs or safety railings. So how exactly

The smaller the deck joists, the lower the deck can be to the ground. Also, the smaller the joists, the less the deck will cost. Which raises the question, can 2x6 be used for deck joists? Or are 2x6s to small for deck joists? You can use 2x6 as deck joists if the deck is

Looking for the best plans on how to build a deck step by step with pictures? Just follow these simple steps, just make absolutely sure you . . .

Want to avoid deck decay and enjoy your outdoor space for the rest of your days? If you use these deck building tricks during the initial build, you’ll find yourself with a sturdy backyard oasis for a long, long time.

Not sure what to look out for when building a deck? I documented all the steps in our DIY deck journey, what to expect and mistakes to avoid.