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 ...

My old wood deck is deteriorating and the stairs could be hazardous. What is the easiest way to install new ones for an ...

My old wood deck is deteriorating and the stairs could be hazardous. What is the easiest way to install new ones for an inexperienced DIY-er?

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.

Every new deck construction conversation almost always starts with what the upfront cost is. Composite deck materials are ...

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 ...