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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,...
3 Tips to Help Homeowners Achieve Underdeck Drainage Success
How to Get the Most Out of Your Underdeck Drainage System You’ve heard how a quality deck drainage system can double the use of your deck, warding off water damage on the surface, while delivering a dry, functional, and customizable space underneath. In fact, you just...
3 Reasons to Start Prepping Your Deck for Fall NOW
Summer flew by, didn’t it? Back-to-school supplies are lining the shelves of stores. Nighttime is arriving a tad bit earlier every day. Autumn is only weeks away – and with it, several seasonal conditions that require some advance planning from homeowners. Here are...
Two Ways to Make Your Drainage System Install a Success
Summer is prime time for eager do-it-yourselfers to hit their garages and haul out their tool chests to launch (or put the final touches on) some long overdue home improvements. In our backyards alone, there are countless projects to pursue – from landscaping to fence...
Two Top Steps to Protect Your Deck from Severe Weather this Summer
What does the limerick say? “April showers bring May flowers?” That may very well be true, but now it’s June, and summer downpours bring nothing but the potential for splits, cracks, rot, and mold if you own a deck. Not only that, but torrential rains breaching the...
4 Summer Suggestions for Your Under Deck Living Space
Make Your Under Deck Living Space the Star of Your Backyard Summer is almost here and that means it’s time for lawn work, backyard barbecues, and evening get-togethers on the back deck. And – if you’re appropriately savvy, maybe upgrading your under deck living space....
3 Eco-Friendly Features of Your Deck Drainage Solution
The Eco-Friendly Under Deck Drainage Solution You've Been Looking For April 22 is Earth Day, an annual observation held in hopes of raising environmental awareness and protection. The movement began in 1970 and has grown to include global events and activities...
3 Tips to Prep Your Outdoor Living Space for Seasonal Showers
We don’t know if March came in like a lion and is going out like a lamb or came in like a lamb and is going out like a lion – or is just chasing its tail until summer arrives. The bottom line is that the weather is doing weird things. Snow and rain one day, springtime...
Score a Touchdown with an Outdoor TV Room and other Underdeck Design Ideas
What Will You Do with Your Underdeck Space? Homeowners who implement underdeck drainage systems from DEK Drain consistently enjoy improved, protected, and customizable space under their decks. The next step is to come up with underdeck design ideas. Here are just a...