Summer Deck To-Dos
After a winter with a few banger storms and the wettest spring since the 1940s, we have finally arrived in summer, AKA the start of deck season! We know you’ve got plenty of BBQs and happy hours planned, but don’t forget to use your deck to the fullest. Use this handy deck to-do list to live your best deck life this summer. Gardening Gardening is a great activity to enjoy both on and off your deck. Potted plants add beauty and depth to your outdoor environment and blend your home with nature even more. Container gardening allows for portability and[...]
The Economic Value of Outdoor Living in 2020
We’re not economists. That said, we can all agree that having a backyard escape was in high demand this year. It doesn’t take an economist to see the law of supply and demand; time spent at home increased exponentially, and places to recreate, relax, and recharge became scarce. There is no doubt having a DeckTec outdoor living space was a valuable asset for those who had invested in it. Let’s consider the ways outdoor living has gained value this year. Sound Investing As a homeowner trying to identify the best areas to invest your home improvement budget can be a[...]
Winter Gardening Too?
Is a harsh winter coming? No, we didn’t need to consult The Farmer’s Almanac. It will be a cold, snowy winter because the uneasy truce enjoyed with the neighborhood squirrels has been torn (likely chewed) up. What’s left of the garden with tiny teeth marks all over. Though winter is coming, this does not mean that gardening is over. You can do much to prepare for next spring and even get some seeds planted if you hurry. Fall and Winter Gardening Most people don’t think about starting a garden in September and October. Still, there are many types of root[...]
How to Protect Your Deck from the Sun
A beautiful custom wood deck is an investment that pays for itself in two ways: through the decades of enjoyment it provides, and through the value it adds to your home. Making your deck last a lifetime starts with high quality, all-natural wood products like we use here at DeckTec. It fairs far better than composite decking, especially here in Colorado, where the elements can be harsh. The sun is a particularly intense in our state, and 300 days of high altitude sunshine a year will do a number on any deck — even if it’s made with the best decking[...]
How To Repair Hail Damage On Your Wood Deck
When it comes to protecting your deck, one of the biggest enemies here in Colorado is hail. Colorado ranks number two in the nation for hail damage claims. And if you’ve lived here long, you know Colorado sees its fair share of surprise spring and summer hail storms! In fact, our state gets around 300 hail storms every year, the most destructive which happen around June. Colorado has recorded hailstones the size of grapefruits in the past. You don’t want to get hit by one of those, that’s for sure. And you don’t want your deck getting chipped and damaged[...]
