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Creating Your Perfect Deck Design

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With all the options out there, figuring out what kind of deck you want can be a little overwhelming. But there are several things you can do to make sure you end up with the perfect deck design for you! Start gathering ideas by looking at other decks and deciding what you like and don’t like about each. Then make note of any designs you really like. We won’t duplicate it exactly, but JRG Custom Decks can turn your inspiration into a design that works for your house and yard. Does your home have a particular style you want to carry on into the yard? Think about the styles you like in order to create a design that looks like you.

Factors to Consider

However, don’t forget to consider the more practical design aspects, like the size of your yard, the terrain, your budget, and the function you want your deck to serve. What will you primarily use your deck for? Do you have a pool that you want to put a large deck for sunbathing around? Or is a small deck with few chairs all you need? Take into consideration the size of your yard and house and how you want them to relate. Is your yard hilly or flat? Do you want your deck to come up to the back door, or would you like it to connect on multiple stories? How much of your yard do you want your deck to fill? Additionally, would you like a complex, multi-level deck, or a small, simple platform? It can be as extravagant or as simple as you like, depending on your tastes, needs, and budget.

Custom Deck Designs

JRG Custom Decks will help design a deck that works for any yard. Feel free to sketch out a few ideas you have, and we’ll be happy to give input and make suggestions. Try a few different designs, and don’t forget railings, stairs, or a gazebo if that’s something you might want! Don’t worry if you’re not an artist; these ideas are just to help you imagine what you want your future deck to look like. And if it’s still too overwhelming, our expert staff will be happy to listen to your ideas and sketch them up. We’ll create the perfect custom deck design for your family and yard. It’s our specialty!

Call JRG Custom Decks at 952-688-2141 and let us start on your custom deck design!

What Decking Material Should You Choose?

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There are more decking materials out there than ever before. So if you’re interested in building a new deck, you’re in luck! The number of options can be a little overwhelming, but the experts at JRG Custom Decks are happy to help you find the best material for you.

Wood

Wood is the most traditional decking material, and also tends to be the most cost-efficient, initially. Green-treated or treated southern yellow pine are commonly used and most affordable. Then is cedar, which sits between treated-wood and composite decks in terms of price. Cedar is a favorite because of its natural beauty and woodsy smell. But like any wood, it requires staining and occasional treatments. They also require green-treated substructure for safety and longevity.
Wood is classic and beautiful, and when properly maintained, can last for years. Some woods are more durable and naturally resist rot and insects. However, all wood decks require some degree of maintenance to keep them in good shape. Sealing and staining them every few years keeps them protected from the elements and looking beautiful. Regular deck maintenance is necessary to prevent rotting, warping, and splintering from exposure to the elements.

Composite

Composite decking material has a higher cost than traditional decking materials, but for many, it makes up for it in the end. Wood-plastic composite material offers the best of both worlds. Combining wood fibers with recycled plastic, the durable material resists fading, staining, scratching, and mold. Almost entirely maintenance-free, deck owners end up saving time and money long-term. Composite decks typically only require a good cleaning/rinsing off once or twice a year to keep it clean. We build composite decks with whichever material the customer desires, but we recommend Trex Transcend because of its 25-year stain and fade warranty.

For more information on decking materials, call JRG Custom Decks at 952-688-2141!

Winter Deck Building

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When building a deck or screen room in the winter, you must allow for a longer build time than in the summer. Because of the cold weather and harsh conditions, winter deck building normally takes twice as long. There are a variety of factors that can affect the winter deck building process. One of the biggest considerations is that the wood will often freeze. Boards will need to have the ice scraped off and be defrosted before use. When installing the roofing on a screen room, temperatures must be warm enough for builders to safely work on a slanted roof. This means no ice or snow on surfaces where they could slip and fall. Some shingles lose their warranty if installed in cold weather, so be sure to check your shingle warranty requirements before installing if that is a concern.

Additionally, you should have your contractor or builder return to the site in the spring or summer. Then they can do some touching up where boards may have loosened or not been fully defrosted when originally attached. This will lead to a better final product when building a deck or screen room and a happier you!

Call JRG Custom Decks at 952-688-2141 get started on your deck any time of year!

Custom Deck Builders in Lakeville, Minnesota

JRG Custom Decks has over 20 years experience building custom designed decks and outdoor living spaces for area residents in Lakeville, and other neighboring suburbs of Minneapolis. Our expert workmanship guarantees a contractor you can trust. JRG Custom Decks not only builds one of a kind decks and enclosures, we also offer repairs and maintenance of existing decks.

SERVICE AREAS

We are happy to provide custom deck building and deck repair services to the Minneapolis suburbs of Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Delano, Golden Valley, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Prior Lake, Rosemount, and Savage including the all areas within Dakota County, Hennepin County, and Scott County

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17432 Honeysuckle Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
jrgcustomdecks@yahoo.com
Tel: 952-688-2141

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