Is your deck as safe as you think?
May is Deck Safety Month and an important time to think about your deck and how it affects the safety of your family and friends. The latest rounds of freeze and thaw, coupled with the predicted May showers are apt to contribute to structural issues in aging decks. Any deck 15 years or older is subject to age and weathering problems, some not showing obvious signs of decay until an accident happens. Don’t become a victim of this notoriously unseen problem, have your deck inspected! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC4_L-cUgo0] Warning signs: As Denver’s recognized deck specialist since 1990, we recommend checking for[...]
Want to save money on your electric bill?
For some homeowners, a nice deck is all that’s needed to enjoy outdoor living at its finest. This summer, however, has proven to us that this type of homeowner is becoming less prevalent. Brutal sun and heat, combined with sporadic rain storms, are driving people indoors, and air conditioning bills skyward. Everyone is searching for a solution to these issues and we here at DeckTec know that the solution is a roof cover. How can a roof addition lower monthly heating bills? Popular Deck with Roof Cover To understand the answer, we must first break the problem down[...]
What’s the Occasion?
“I can’t believe our little girl is getting married,” Donna said to her husband, Tom. “It seems like just yesterday, she was out here in this yard playing tea party with her friends.” Tom sighed. “Yes, and she wants to have the memory of a lifetime in this very spot. I never imagined that we’d be hosting a wedding in our own back yard. We’ll have to call DeckTec to do some remodeling on the deck they built for us 15 years ago. We’ll have to adjust the stairs a little over here, and add some lighting…” he began pointing[...]
Save Your Summer!
Jeff was out on his Redwood deck one spring morning enjoying a cup of coffee and reading the morning paper. He glanced down at the deck and noticed that scratches from the dog’s claws had marred the surface and the stain he had applied several years ago had begun to fade. He got up and walked the rest of the deck, inspecting the overall condition. He decided it was time to refinish the deck so it would look nice for the outdoor parties and barbecues he typically hosted in summertime. Meanwhile, on the other side of town, Kevin was looking[...]
Spring is just around the corner!
Tomorrow marks the first official day of winter, which means that spring is on its way. Now is the time to begin planning your outdoor living project before the season changes. In the winter months, the ground is still frozen which allows grass and plants to resist the stress caused by heavy traffic and material storage. This reduced impact on landscaping is a benefit to building while the temperatures are still cold. During the winter season, our crews have more flexibility to work around your schedule and complete your project on a timeline that is convenient to you. We are[...]
