Steve Sparhawk, Author at DeckTec Outdoor Designs

New Man On Board – Sean O’Brien

February 14th, 2016|DeckTec News & Updates|

DeckTec would like to welcome Sean O’Brien to the DeckTec team as our Customer Service Manager! But customer service isn’t the only way Sean supports the DeckTec team. In fact, when it comes to his role here, Sean says the bigger question is, “What don’t I do?” “I head up customer service, sales support, assist with IT and graphic work, help out with the marketing, and integrate the new CRM system,” he said. With everything he is able to lend a helping hand with, it is no wonder that Sean has a unique background in combining construction and communication. Graduating from West Virginia University with studies in both Communication Skills and Economics, Sean got his first job out of college in management at a Sherwin Williams branch – not just any branch, but the #1 Sherwin Williams store in the country! He has also held customer service and leadership positions [...]

Shovelin’ A Winter Wonderland

February 7th, 2016|Life On Deck|

How to Shovel Like a Pro In the U.S., some 100 people die shoveling snow every year. But that’s not a recent development. According to studies conducted at the U.S. Nationwide Children’s Hospital, there were over 1,600 cardiac-related snow shoveling fatalities from 1990 to 2006. When people shovel snow, the increase in heart rate and blood pressure, in conjunction with cold air that constricts arteries and blood supply, makes for ideal heart attack conditions. To keep you and your family safe this winter, consider some of these snow shoveling guidelines. For areas affected most heavily, a snow blower might be the best way to go, though they do come with their own risks. This winter, take the proper measures to ensure maximum safety. But remember: A pristine driveway is not worth your life! Do: Push the snow rather than lift it. Lifting wet, heavy snow over the shoulders can surge [...]

We’re On Social Media!

February 4th, 2016|DeckTec News & Updates|

Being an old-school company, it has taken us a bit longer to catch up with technology. In an effort to reach our current and potential customers in this highly digital era, you can now find DeckTec on many of your favorite social media platforms. We’ve helped over 3,000 customers reach new heights in outdoor living. Now, help us reach new heights on social media by following or liking our page! Check any of our online pages for special offers, opportunities, stories, and more!

DeckTec to The Future

February 1st, 2016|DeckTec News & Updates|

Welcome to the first edition of DeckTec Lifestyle, a newsletter designed to bring you the best ideas in outdoor living. We’ll be reaching out nine times each year to bring you new products, services, and information for enhancing your outdoor living experience. We think you’ll enjoy learning more about DeckTec Outdoor Design as a company, as well as recent news and trends in outdoor living. In this edition, we would like to share a brief glimpse into how I got my start in the custom deck and outdoor living field. Over 25 years, outdoor living has evolved and become much more sophisticated. In recent years, it has become to one of the highest returning home improvement investments you can make. With that, new opportunities have arisen to integrate cutting-edge technologies, social media, and more. We have also grown, gaining valuable team members that demonstrate the capacity to take challenges head [...]

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About Steve Sparhawk

New Man On Board – Sean O’Brien

Shovelin’ A Winter Wonderland

We’re On Social Media!

DeckTec to The Future