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?
You can do research on a contractor that may build a deck at www.hometips.com, www.deckandharbor.com, and at www.buildmeadeck.com. At these sites you can compare different ratings as well as different things they can build.
In Iowa, the average cost to have a contractor build a composite deck is $25.00 per square feet. The average cost to build a wood deck is $33.00 per square feet.
I think you would probably be better off hiring a professional contractor to build a deck for you. It would save a lot of time and a lot of headaches.
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.
Hire a contractor to help you with building a wooden deck. You have no experience so you should probably get a professional's help with this difficult task.
Custom decks can be difficult to build without the help of professionals. Be sure to contact a highly qualified contractor to help you build your custom deck.
No Home Depot does not offer building services. If you want a private company to build you a deck, you will have to hire yourself a building contractor.
Building a deck will be quite the challenge. If you're not up to it, consult a contractor or carpenter. But if you're serious about it, check out http://www.decks.com/deckbuilding
If you are looking to build your deck yourself then you can find free deck design software at "ask.com" or "timbertech.com". To find a contractor near you that will give you a free estimate try "deckcostestimates.com". They will show you a list of contractor near you thay give free estimates.
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?
To get deck plans try calling an contractor to give you a plan. At http://www.deckplans.com/ you can also make your own plans online.
There is a lot of people looking to build decks on craigslist.com. I would also recommend www.decks.com, they have contractors that are ready to help.