As is often the case, Father Time can play tricks on us when we least expect it. An example can be seen in the Before photo that speaks for itself before this expert Monroe County GA deck builder worked their team magic.
Before
A Monroe County home for generations, the backyard did not keep up with the interior home improvements – so we fixed that.
After.
A Backyard Renovation That Starts With A Brand New Deck
The original deck was split into two levels, so our custom design plan was to create one contiguous deck platform, with an 8-step staircase leading to the rear lawn.
The new deck design is fluid as it stretches the entire rear footprint of the home. The result is an all-new pressure-treated wooden deck that beautifully accentuates the style and character of the home.
A Foundation For The Future With Structural Strength And Integrity Built In
To ensure a long lease on its new life, and for additional safety, we reinforced the deck with new Cox posts that support the deck under the rear roofline.
As you can clearly see, better building by design is our credo, one that we aspire to live up to every day. In addition to this flawless deck design execution, we pride ourselves on knowing how to perfect your outdoor space before we first break ground.
As an Archadeck client, you can expect to be treated to the highest level of service throughout Central Georgia. We are proud to feature:
• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and terrain
• Professional quality design and building standards
• Professional codes of conduct and values at all times
• Unequalled insurance and warranty protection
• National praise from peers, suppliers, and the media
• A long history of satisfied clients
Our Promise To You
From start to finish, you can be certain you’ve entrusted your outdoor living space project to an expert Monroe County, GA, deck builder company that conducts business with professionalism and integrity.
We consistently work hard to gain respect in the community through our commitment to our high-quality standards.
Lastly, our written warranty adds a final layer of trust that has resulted in a history of satisfied clients.
We Look Forward To Helping You Create A Brand New Outdoor Living Oasis In Your Very Own Backyard
We cleaned and sealed this deck and railing in River North. Notice the solid white sealer on the railing.
Maintaining your outdoor living structure can be a big headache but it doesn’t have to be. The allure of an outdoor living space is relaxation. But in order to keep your outdoor space running smoothly and looking beautiful it will require some degree of maintenance. Some materials require more intensive maintenance than others. But keeping in time with your maintenance schedule is the difference between keeping your beloved outdoor structure looking like new and allowing it to look tired because of lack of maintenance. In fact, there are many low maintenance products available which maintain their like-new look without all the work.
All maintenance requirements are not created equal
Are you trying to decide between a pressure-treated, Ipe, or composite deck? Each material is characteristically beautiful in its own right, but the level of maintenance required on all three materials is quite different. Standard and premium grade pressure-treated decks require pressure or chemical washing followed by an application of a sealer which will protect the lumber from absorbing water. This is usually required on an annual basis or possibly more depending on the amount of exposure to the sun. Pressure-treated boards have the capacity to soak up a great deal of water. Humidity and moisture mixed together will cause the rapid expansion and contraction of the wood which will cause your deck to weather faster which is why it is so important to seal your pressure-treated deck. Vertical elements of your pressure-treated deck don’t require the level of maintenance that the floor, steps and rail cap will, this is because the water does not sit on the wood but runs off.
These Central GA homeowners have Georgia on their mind when using this stunning composite deck.
With pressure-treated decks maintenance is the key to keeping the deck beautiful and structurally sound. If you miss a year or two it can ultimately cause irreversible damage. On the other hand, if you love the look of natural wood there is another option called Ipe. Ipe is a dense and exotic looking hardwood that requires less maintenance than other wood options for your deck.
Ipe is perfect for use around water features because of it;s density and resistant to water that would cause other wood mediums to degrade rapidly.
Ipe is a Brazilian hardwood that is literally harder than nails. Its density makes it desirable in outdoor structure settings. Ipe is so dense that it needs to be pre-drilled before the pieces can be connected. We recommend sealing an Ipe deck with a good sealer to retain the material’s dark, rich tone. If Ipe is left to weather it will age to a beautiful grey patina over time. The maintenance required for Ipe is not as tedious as that of pressure-treated wood. You can let Ipe go for a few seasons and then seal it and it will then look like new again. Good quality sealers can be found by checking with Consumer Reports, but we also highly recommend Cabot stains and sealers, and Olympic also makes a good quality sealer as well.
The key to successfully sealing any wood deck is to do so when it is dry. Make sure the deck remains dry after application up to 48 hours if possible. You will want to check the forecast before starting your maintenance. A good rule of thumb to check to see if it is time to seal your wood deck is to sprinkle a little water on it, if the water beads up then it is not necessary to apply sealer. When the sprinkle test reveals that the water blends in with the deck within 15-20 seconds of application then it is time to treat your wood deck.
We replaced and sealed the flooring only on this deck. The railing is original with the original sealer
One of the lowest maintenance options is composite decking. Today’s composites come in a wide array of finishes, textures and tones that rival the look of real wood. Composite decks do not require sealing or annual maintenance to keep them looking new but they do need to be cleaned periodically to remove dirt and debris. Most brands only need soap and water cleanup to keep them looking new. Common sense practices come into play when talking about maintaining composites. Materials that stain such as ketchup, grease spillage from the grill and even wet leaves should be cleaned up immediately to avoid damage to the deck’s surface. Compare your reaction time when dealing with composites to that of any surface in the home. If you would rush to clean it up on an indoor hardwood floor, then you should take the same care for any outdoor flooring material. The end result will be a composite deck that stands the test of time and looks new for many years to come.
Ipe delivers beauty and strength ; the beauty and the beast of decking material.
If you are on the fence about what material to choose for your new deck, take the amount of time you are willing to spend on maintaining that deck to keep it performing and looking like new into consideration. Contact Archadeck of Central Georgia to learn more about the material options that would best suit your needs, your wants and most of all your outdoor living lifestyle.
Call for a free consultation: (478) 745 – 2000
Email:centralgeorgia@archadeck.net
