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Homeowner Services

7 Ways to Remove Pine Sap from Composite Decking

Pine sap can be a sticky nuisance, especially when it finds its way onto your beautiful composite decking or outdoor furniture. Left untreated, the sap can harden and become challenging to remove, leaving your deck looking less than pristine. While...

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Seawall

10 Seawall Maintenance Tips for Long-Lasting Protection

Living near a waterfront property can be a dream come true. The calming sound of waves, beautiful sunsets, and easy access to water-based activities make it an idyllic lifestyle. Managing the potential erosion, flooding, and other challenges posed by proximity...

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Dock Projects

Types of Docks and Why They Matter

Not all boat docks are created equally. When building a dock, you’ll want to consider the area in which you are constructing it, the type of water it will come in contact with, and how you want to use it...

Contractor Services, Dock Projects, Seawall

Decks & Docks Lumber Company Now Fabricates Custom Stirrups

Decks & Docks Lumber Company now bends rebar to spec for custom stirrups. Stirrups are bent pieces of rebar that form a cage around which concrete is poured for structural components like beams and seawalls. What are rebar and stirrups?...

Decking Projects

Why We Trust Trex Decking

Trex, the world’s largest manufacturer of composite decking and railings, was founded in 1996. In the 21 years since its inception, they’ve made a splash in the decking world. At Decks & Docks, we’re proud to carry the outstanding products...

Decking Projects

How to Prepare Your Deck for a Hurricane

We're currently at the height of another hurricane season. It's been estimated that Harvey and Irma have collectively caused up to $200 billion in damage. That means that knowing how to effectively prepare for a hurricane is essential right now....

Decking Projects

Creating an Ideal Deck Space for Your Home

Imagine lounging on your deck as the gulls squawk in the distance or serving up the best burgers this side of the gulf. Or maybe you’d rather host a small cocktail party as the sun sets. When you think of...

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Decking Projects

How to Clean and Maintain Your Composite Deck

Once your beautiful new composite deck is installed, you’ll need to clean and maintain it to keep it looking its best for years to come. This will eradicate mildew, help you spot any problems over time, and protect your deck....

Dock Projects

How to Prepare your Dock for Hurricane Irma

Hurricane Irma is blazing a trail through the Caribbean and she is likely to leave plenty of destruction in her wake. The word “catastrophic” is already being thrown around and President Trump has declared a state of emergency for Puerto...

Decking Projects

Backyard Style: Tips for Building a Floating Deck

Decks and backyard patios don’t need to be one-size-fits-all solutions. You’re unique, you’re home is unique—why shouldn’t your deck be unique? Decks & Docks provides a variety of materials and hardware to help homeowners and contractors craft unique decks that...

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