There are many ways and ideas to build a covered deck yourself. You can go online and surf the web to search for ideas and guides to build the covered deck.
Not many sites teach you how to build a covered deck. But the website www.finehomebuilding.com/pages/build-a-deck-video-preview does and amazon sell books that can teach you.
To build a covered deck, you would first need a deck plan to use. Then you would need to go to a home improvement store and purchase the lumber and supplies to build the deck.
Your bests ways to find out how to build a deck is to buy teh books which are sold in home improvmeent stores which offer the guides on how to do DIY projects.
If you want to build a covered deck you will need some pretty intense plans. You can hire a private contracting company to build a deck for you, and they will design it for free.
I know that there are free deck plans available, and a deck builder feature, at Lowes.com. I used this site myself, and it gave me new ideas as to how I could build my deck.
Many home department stores offer a wide range of good quality and relatively inexpensive items and equipemtn that are needed to build a deck by yourself.
To design and build a covered deck attached to your house, you will need to first create a detailed plan that includes measurements, materials, and a budget. Obtain any necessary permits from your local government before starting construction. Ensure the deck is securely attached to your house and use weather-resistant materials for the cover. Consider hiring a professional contractor if you are not experienced in construction to ensure the deck is safe and up to code.
I'd love to help with your deck plans. I have a million and one ideas for you to create a perfect covered deck. I have many different color choices and wood options to offer you so let's go and build that deck together.
I lack the knowledge to tell you how to build a deck. If you go to www.decks.com they are full of blue-prints on how to build a deck. I am sorry I couldn't help.
Eplans website is a great resource to help you with plans to build a deck on the ground. The website will also calculate the materials needed to build the deck.
You can get information on how you can build a deck in the following site listed below: www.lowes.com/cd_Build+a+Deck_578806386, www.deckplans.com/, and www.homedecks.com/deck-permits.php.
If you are a complete stranger to construction you should probably hire a professional to do it. It's better than getting yourself strained over how to do it.