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Why Autumn Is the Perfect Time for Underdeck Drainage System Installation
Fall is fast approaching. In addition to the trademark sights, sounds, and smells of the season, this time of year also offers homeowners a perfect opportunity to improve their outdoor space with an underdeck drainage system installation. The last thing you want is...
How Long Should My Decking Last?
If you're planning to build a deck or already have one, you may have found yourself staring out across the railing into the great beyond and wondering: "How long should my decking last?" Or maybe you’ve just chit-chatted with the local hardware guy. At any rate, the...
Summer Storm Preparedness: Protecting Your Deck and Outdoor Furniture
As the summer season continues to unfurl, it brings not only sunny days and warm weather but also the possibility of sudden summer storms. While these deluges can be awe-inspiring, they can also pose a threat to your deck and outdoor furniture. Summer storm...
Stay Cool and Dry this Summer: The Power of Underdeck Drainage Systems
As the summer heat intensifies and those occasional rain showers become more frequent, it's essential to find ways to stay cool and dry while enjoying your outdoor space. That's where the power of underdeck drainage systems comes into play. These innovative systems...
4 Things to Consider When Adding a Hot Tub Under Your Deck
Hot tub, summer in the city. The oncoming sweltering summer months are certainly a great time for a splash in the pool or ocean, but for homeowners with decks – the starry summer nights could also be prime time for a relaxing dip in a hot tub or sauna. Adding a hot...
3 Ways a Drainage System Protects Your Entire Home this Spring
We’ve spoken at length about how DEK Drain’s water diversion systems are designed to capture and direct rainwater into collection gutters keeping the deck frame and the area beneath the deck clean and dry. Doubling the space of your deck and paving the way for...
Create a Sensational Under-Deck Ceiling in Just 4 Easy Steps
When dreaming up ways to enhance an outdoor space, many homeowners tend to forget about the underside of their decks. An under-deck ceiling can create an inviting atmosphere and add valuable square footage to your home, and installing one is far easier than you might...
4 Tips to Create an Underdeck Sunroom in Time for Spring
Spring is the perfect time to start expanding your outdoor living space. Maybe you're thinking about adding a underdeck sunroom? Many homeowners will be taking advantage of the milder weather to transform their underdeck space into a full-fledged sunroom, optimizing...
4 Ways to Protect Your Deck Against Snow this Winter
You may have just finished packing away the holiday decorations, but winter is still with us. In a big way. Many states have already been hit hard with that realization – with snow piling up outside the door. Depending on your location and climate, more is undoubtedly...
Does Composite Decking Fade?
“Does composite decking fade?” We’ve heard this question a lot over the years and during our many installs. And with good reason – there’s a bunch of conflicting information out there regarding composite decks. But the quick and easy answer is: Sure. All decks,...









