Michael Petruccelli asks; What is an easement?

Michael Petruccelli says;  A right of way giving persons other than the owner access to or over a property.

Michael Petruccelli asks; What are some tips to maintain our deck or porch? (9)

Michael Petruccelli says;  Proper care & maintenance – Once the deck is finished, owners should not overload it. Check the connections of the supportive structure annually. Maintain secure railings. If the deck moves side to side, bracing is needed below the joists to prevent lateral movement.

Michael Petruccelli asks; What are some tips to maintain our deck or porch? (8)

Michael Petruccelli says;  Sealing – Once the deck is installed, you need to seal it with an oil-based water repellent sealer. There are many quality products on the market for this purpose. Sealing a wooden deck will preserve its beauty and integrity. Resealing should be subsequently done every year.

Michael Petruccelli asks; What are some tips to maintain our deck or porch? (7)

Michael Petruccelli says;  Building materials – Traditionally, homeowners have preferred cedar or redwood for outdoor construction like decks and fences. But in recent years, manufactured have treated pine and other less durable woods chemically so they survive weathering. There are other woods such as lpe and Philippine mahogany that are also well suites for decking material that are very dimensionally stable when maintained with a sealer. Composites such as Trex are also extremely popular these days for use as low maintenance decking. Remember that all deck framing material must be pressure treated wood to withstand rot and insect infestation.

Michael Petruccelli asks; What are some tips to maintain our deck or porch? (6)

Michael Petruccelli says;  The deck and stair railing should be able to support the fall of a large, full grown man. The balusters should be spaced no more than four inches apart to protect children from falling through.

Michael Petruccelli asks; What are some tips to maintain our deck or porch? (5)

Michael Petruccelli says;  Have the builder use ring shank nails or screws in building the deck. These fasteners “bury”  themselves into the decking surface and hold more securely than common nails.This will prevent annoying “nail pops” nail heads that project up a fraction of an inch and can cause you to stumble on the deck.