Is your deck as safe as you think?

September 20th, 2011|Blog, Life On Deck|

In August, right here in Colorado, four people were sent to the hospital from injuries caused by a collapsing outdoor deck.  Any deck 15 years or older is subject to aging problems with some not showing obvious signs of decay until an accident happens. Don’t become a victim of this notoriously unseen problem. (Video Source: CBS 4 News, Denver)   Warning signs As Denver's recognized deck specialist since 1990, we ask you to look for these items: Are joists, beams, or other structural pieces rotted or split? Do your stairs shake when you use them? Are rails poorly connected or not to code? Does your deck have loose, warped or broken boards? Is the overall condition of your deck affecting its usefulness or marketability in any way? If you have these or any other concerns, have your deck inspected by a professional deck specialist. Our recommendations on the appropriate maintenance [...]