This article will explain how to build an elevated deck with common tools, even if you are on a tight budget. My husband and I built this ourselves—mostly it was him, but I helped. Technically, we are ...

Q: I’d like a new deck. Should I DIY it or hire a professional? A: With the increasing focus on expanded outdoor living spaces, it’s no wonder that interest in deck-building is also on the rise. At ...

There is a misconception regarding ground-level decks that often comes as a surprise to potential deck clients: “The lower the deck, the easier the build.” This is rarely the case. Low-level decks ...

Q. I'm building a deck and have discovered that the wooden posts can't rest on the soil. I need deck piers. What are they, and how are they installed? A. There are very few situations in which you can ...

Contrary to common belief, a low or “ground-level” deck can often present bigger and more time-consuming challenges during the framing stage. Unlike the higher elevation deck built with joists that ...