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3 Things to Consider Before Adding an Outdoor Kitchen to Your Deck

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Outdoor kitchens and cooking are very common and trendy nowadays. An outdoor kitchen has a grill, barbeque setup, bar, and much more. It is very important to carefully plan it. These outdoor kitchens are handy for social gatherings or a get-together with friends and family. Not only an outdoor kitchen looks good but also increases the value of the house. You can either set up the kitchen outside in your backyard or raise the deck’s height. My Home Handyman’s Deck Builders Calgary suggests the following three aspects to consider before setting up an outdoor kitchen: 1)  Load Capacity Of Deck: It is very important to take the load capacity of the deck into consideration. Whether you are installing a new deck or renewing an old one, not overloading the deck is always a good idea. This will prevent the deck from collapsing once the deck is loaded with cooking essentials such as grills, bar, and other types of equipment. Make sure to not unnecessarily overload the deck. Doi...

3 Factors When Assessing the Safety of Your Deck

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Maintaining your deck is essential to ensure your deck is secure, well-functioning, and stunning all year round. While you might consider Spring as the perfect time to inspect your deck, another good moment to do so is when we are entering the Autumn season. A safe deck is a couple of minutes of preventive care every year, beginning with the ground. The three steps below will ensure that your deck is ready to withstand whatever the elements throw at you, whatever the season. 1. Ensure you're following the Latest Code: Always make sure that your deck has been constructed according to the codes. The licensed contractors of Calgary, who are also experts in building Decks, suggest reading the decks' building code. It's all you need to know about building an extremely durable and sturdy deck, from how large your posts and joists have to be to understand how to connect the ledger board to your home. To ensure safety, you need to inspect each and every connection under the d...