Q: What’s the ideal spacing to leave between deck boards during installation? I always thought it was the thickness of a 3 ½-inch nail, but I’ve been told to install deck boards tight because they’ll ...

Before you begin any construction project, understanding your local codes and permitting requirements is essential. Since these vary from town to town, you should ask your township for a detailed list ...

Q: Tim, can you explain why I need concrete deck piers under the wood support posts that hold up my deck? I saw an older deck where the posts just rested on precast concrete steppingstones. The deck ...