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How much will it be to build my own deck?
That depends on the size of deck you are wanting. Once that is determined you can get price quotes from material suppliers for the concrete footings, decking materials, railings, steps, and stain/paint.
Can I build my own deck if I am not a contractor?
I want to build a deck on the back of my home. Is this hard to do if you are not a contractor and what types of tools do I need?
Can I get free plans for how to make a deck?
I want to build my own deck addition to my house. I need design plans to build my own backyard patio and deck. Where can I find free plans and pictures on the internet to help me?
How can I get a deck patio Are there any good patio builders?
There are many different companies that build decks and can give you all the information you want. You can even buy software that you can design your own deck and choose someone to build it exactly the way you want.
Can a beginner build his or her own porch or deck?
It is possible to build your own deck without having any experience at all. Just make sure you have a plan on how you want it to look and buy all of the right materials.
Where can I buy a DIY deck building book?
As long as you are knowledgeable when it comes to using power tools it is safe to build a deck on your own. Amazon offers manuals that you can buy online which will walk you through how to build your deck.
What can I expect to pay for a deck or patio?
Well in order to build the deck or patio expect to pay around $500 and $1000 for a 12 foot by 10 foot design you do on your own and double that price if you have a contractor do the work. That's the low end of the price range, a large 20 foot by 20 foot deck installed by a contractor could cost around $6,000.
Can I make my own deck tiles for my patio?
You can make your own deck tiles without having to hire a professional, or you can just buy the tiles and supplies you will need to build a deck the way you want it done.
What are some good wooden deck designs?
The website http://www.decks.com/ has many different designs you could draw your ideas from. The site has a variety of free plans, videos and pictures to help build your own deck.
Can you write your own plans to build your own deck?
Yes you can easily write your own plans to build your own deck. My father created his own deck over our creek in the back yard and he did the planning all by himself. If you take the time I'm sure you can do the same as well but, also getting someone else to write out plans is an alternative. I think that is basically hiring an architect.
Can I make my own deck with no experience?
Yes, you can make your own deck with little to no experience. All you need is a few friends, some materials, and hard work. You will find that it is much easier than you think to build a deck.
Are there any plans online that I can use to build my own deck?
There are numerous how to guides, including plans, for those who want to build their own deck. When trying to to find them, you may want to specify what type you wish to build, for example "Timber decking", to find the plans most suitable to your needs.
