A deck should be a comfortable space to enjoy those summer evenings with family and friends, not a squeaky or unstable surface. If it seems like the deck is sagging in the center, the boards are ...

Splintering decks are usually the result of neglect, occurring after a deck remains untreated and unsealed for a number of years. The lack of protection allows water to soak into the boards, ...

While well-built decks will last for decades it's a good idea to perform an annual inspection on the whole structure to ensure everything is safe and in top shape for your family and guests. Problems ...

Fall repairs prepare your deck for immediate spring use. Repairing in fall lets you tackle repairs before harsh winter conditions. Minor spring repairs intended to refresh the deck are also helpful.

Keeping a wood deck in good shape takes a lot of work. Even if you stain or seal it, the boards can still crack and splinter, making the deck look old and worn. Switching over to composite decking is ...

As the weather gets warmer, we begin to spend more time outdoors. The best part of having a yard is enjoying it during these months, but when items in your yard such as your deck and fence look worn ...

While furnishing and accessorizing your outdoor space is a fun way to kick off summer, there’s one thing you should probably do before you hose off the loungers and roll out the fire pit. Thanks to a ...

In early 2020, my family and I hired pros to tear off the stone steps, wrapped with a waist-height rock wall, at the back of our house. The steps were nearly 100 years old, and the entire fixture was ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...