, one of the first things you'll be thinking of and planning is building a wood deck. Wood Decks are an important part of our home. They're no longer a home addition that only wealthy individuals can own. Today almost everyone wants a deck. It's more than just a status quo - it's a place to meet and greet friends and neighbors as well as a place to wind down and share the events of the day with family while relaxing or grilling dinner.
Plan Your Deck
If you want to build a deck that you can be proud of, plan it ahead of time. Too many people drive past their building supply store and see ready-built wood decks that look great and are on sale. They buy one only to return and find out it really doesn't fit with the design of their home but they're stuck with it anyways. Decide ahead of time what you want and do a lot of measuring. Planning can help you save money, get the right materials, determine if you can do it yourself and help you to end up with the deck you want!
Permits
Permits and codes are not the nightmare they're made out to be and your building officials aren't just trying to get your money. Check with them before you build your deck and you may learn some helpful tips on construction and decks in general. There is actually an advantage to getting a permit because it will force you to sit back and think of what you're doing and how you're doing it. You want your deck to be a permanent part of your home and a source of pride so take your time and think through what you want in a deck.