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Safety Features On Decks
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Building a deck may vary depending on the style of your home. While extending your living space out in the open is a great idea to maximize your area, ensuring it is safe enough for all ages is highly critical. Read on as one of the trusted deck installation and door replacement companies in the area shares reminders to assure that your deck is user-friendly.

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  1. Build railings. This is necessary especially if you have kids and pets around. Railings can also prevent your guests from falling from the deck several feet onto the ground below. Take note, however, that these are not recommended on low-lying decks since the risks of steep falls are low.

  2. Double-checking the integrity of the stairs. Same as the railings, deck installers and window replacement companies highly recommended stairs for most households with large families. For safety precautions, make certain that each part is securely fastened. Replace nails that have popped up and tighten loose screws immediately.

  3. Utilizing a ledger board. This provides the structural strength that a deck needs to remain sturdy for many years. The boards must be smooth and perfectly aligned before the installation. A freestanding deck, however, does not require a ledger board that is attached to the siding of the house.

  4. Getting high-quality materials. This applies to all items, but wood is specifically important. Keep in mind that rot and termites are wood’s worst enemies. Make certain to buy the traditional yet reliable kinds, like redwood and cedar. Above all, preventive maintenance is always the key. An annual clean-up to scrub mold and mildew would suffice.

PJ Sullivan Exteriors is the design-build company the Tri-State trusts for premier exterior renovation services. In need of custom entry doors? Call us today at (201) 473-4842 in New Jersey or (914) 352-7881 in New York, or fill out our online contact form to get started on your project.

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