Is your old deck safe?
May is National Deck Safety Month.
According to the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA), between 2000 and 2008 there were at least 30 deaths reported as a direct result of deck collapses. More than 75 percent of people on a deck when it collapses are injured or killed. With 40 million decks in the United States that are more than 20 years old, the NADRA says it's important to check decks.
NADRA says some older decks may only have deck-to-house attachments using only nails and other glaring faults. A knowledgeable deck builder can remedy a deck up to state code, licensing and insurance requirements.
NADRA released a four-page deck evaluation checklist for contractors rehabbing or installing a new deck. Questions include:
- Is the ledger attached to an acceptable wood rim joist?
- What is the foundation type? Post size?
- What is the post-to-concrete connection?
- What is the post-to-beam connection? Has the connection been bent or modified?
- Regarding the joist: does the hanger have double-shear nailing? Are the correct nails installed in the hangers?
- What supports the stairs? Rise/run?
- On composite decks, if it is a hidden fastener system, what lateral support has been provided?
- Are all fasteners properly seated and flush with the connection?
- Are all connector holes property filled?
Vinyl Railings on Porch- Rehoboth Beach Delaware
The addition of vinyl railings on this porch home addition, in Rehoboth Beach DE, added stylish charm while providing the homeowners with classic maintenance free conveniences! Tired of having to stain and preserve your wood railings? Tired of getting splinters and dealing with rotting wood? Upgrade your porch with composite or vinyl railings with us, a home remodeling contractor! They are durable and take the hassle out of maintaining wood railings. Upgraded railings and adding home additions can enhance and compliment the beauty of your home and even increase the overall value and appearance of your home! Upgrading a porch with vinyl railings, or even adding a screened porch, composite deck , sunroom, or patio enclosure can update a home and create a weather and bug protected environment for relaxing and entertainment! Contact Alcoa Construction today and get started on improving your home!
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Screened Porch with Double Decks near Bethany Beach
The impressive carpentry addition screened porch and double decks addition on this home near Bethany Beach Delaware created a bug free answer to summer entertainment. The double decks generated a comfortable outdoor space for barbecuing, rest, and relaxation! They also granted second floor access to the outside so the homeowner's could fully appreciate the beautiful scenery. Looking for a custom deck builder to improve on your home? Need a remodeling contractor to add a screened porch or sunroom? Alcoa Construction is the company for you; offering a hassle free experience, guaranteed price agreements, and in house carpentry!
Addition Contractor in DE & MD, offering Hassle-Free Service. Home additions, especially screened porches, sunrooms, and decks, are a wonderful way to generate value and get more enjoyment from your home. When you are looking for reliable second floor addition contractors, look no further - Give us a call at 800-785-4401 today!
We are your home remodeling contractor of choice for Delaware and Eastern Shore Maryland, so give us a call today. Our primary service areas are Sussex County Delaware and Worcester County in Maryland. The cities we most frequently serve include Ocean View, Bethany Beach, Millville, Fenwick Island, West Fenwick, Selbyville, Frankford, Dagsboro, Millsboro, Long Neck, Rehoboth, Dewey Beach, Lewes, Harbeson, Georgetown, Milford, Slaughter Beach, Milton, Greenwood, Bridgeville, Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Salisbury, Pittsville, Berlin, Ocean Pines, West Ocean City, and Ocean City. We also serve Kent County Delaware, Wicomico County Maryland, and Talbot County Maryland.
Custom Garage Hutch in Rehoboth Beach Delaware
This custom hutch, in this Rehoboth Beach Delaware home, added extra storage to the garage while keeping a decorative edge to the organization! It meshes with the custom work and carpentry throughout the rest of the home! Custom carpentry within a home adds a personal, enhanced look while conforming and fitting the specific wants and needs of the homeowner. Alcoa Construction is a home contractor that focuses on distinctive renovations, home additions, and home remodeling. Contact us today and let us bring out the custom charm of your home!
Addition Contractor in DE & MD, offering Hassle-Free Service. Home additions, especially custom carpentry, are a wonderful way to generate value and get more enjoyment from your home. When you are looking for reliable second floor addition contractors, look no further - Give us a call at 800-785-4401 today!
We are your home remodeling contractor of choice for Delaware and Eastern Shore Maryland, so give us a call today!
Our primary service areas are Sussex County Delaware and Worcester County in Maryland. The cities we most frequently serve include Ocean View, Bethany Beach, Millville, Fenwick Island, West Fenwick, Selbyville, Frankford, Dagsboro, Millsboro, Long Neck, Rehoboth, Dewey Beach, Lewes, Harbeson, Georgetown, Milford, Slaughter Beach, Milton, Greenwood, Bridgeville, Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Salisbury, Pittsville, Berlin, Ocean Pines, West Ocean City, and Ocean City. We also serve Kent County Delaware, Wicomico County Maryland, and Talbot County Maryland.
Double Front Porch Addition- Delaware beach area
The addition of a double front porch adds class and practicality to any home. The porch home additions on this Delaware beach home are great for enjoying the outdoors in the shade! Want to enjoy the outdoors and natural beauty of your home's surroundings without scorching in the sun? Add a porch and reap the benefits porches have to offer! Porches, sunrooms, and screened porches also grant protection from harsh weather while still being able to entertain guests! A second story addition of a porch allows access to the outdoors, providing a little more privacy while still cherishing nature. Double front porches are very attractive and are a must have for those who love the being in the open air! Contact Alcoa Construction and get started on your home renovations today!
Addition Contractor in DE & MD, offering Hassle-Free Service. Home additions, especially second story additions, are a wonderful way to generate value and get more enjoyment from your home. When you are looking for reliable second floor addition contractors, look no further - Give us a call at 800-785-4401 today!
We are your home remodeling contractor of choice for Delaware and Eastern Shore Maryland, so give us a call today.
Our primary service areas are Sussex County Delaware and Worcester County in Maryland. The cities we most frequently serve include Ocean View, Bethany Beach, Millville, Fenwick Island, West Fenwick, Selbyville, Frankford, Dagsboro, Millsboro, Long Neck, Rehoboth, Dewey Beach, Lewes, Harbeson, Georgetown, Milford, Slaughter Beach, Milton, Greenwood, Bridgeville, Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Salisbury, Pittsville, Berlin, Ocean Pines, West Ocean City, and Ocean City. We also serve Kent County Delaware, Wicomico County Maryland, and Talbot County Maryland.
