HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY

As the official kick off to summer we are all hoping that the weather will cooperate so we can host our friends and families for those famous cookouts. But as you start to migrate outside to use the decks and lawns it's important for you make sure that it is safe and secure. All too often we hear on the new about deck collapses, or hear a friend's foot went thru the old rotted out deck.


When asked what first steps a homeowner should take to check out their deck this year Almar's President Terry Quinn said "A simple, annual inspection doesn't take long or require special tools, but it's a great investment of your time. It can help prevent unnecessary accidents, and keep your deck a safe place for everyone to enjoy. Especially here in New England where there's a lot of snow and ice, your deck could have developed a trouble spot over the winter." You may or may not know what you look for yourself, but the Almar team can always come over, do and inspection and make some recommendations.

Almar encourages all homeowners to have your deck inspected for safety and comfort issues. When we examine an existing deck we look for and discuss with you the following issues:

Improper Footings - All footings should be 48" deep and should be made of proper concrete.
Missing joists hangers
Missing or improperly installed railings or balusters
Safe and easy to grip handrails.
Splintering Pressure Treated wood.
Rising nail heads.
Rot issues.
Deck accessories that may be hazardous, such as anything that creates heat (grills, fire pits, etc.)

Upgrading Pressure Treated wood to lower maintenance Composite decking.
By keeping your existing deck frame in good working order, you could just recover the frame with a low-maintenance composite material like Azek and extend the life of your deck, while reducing the amount of time and energy you need to spend taking care of it.

What is Azek? Azek is the #1 brand on stain resistant composite decking. We here at Almar like it because we have very few calls back about it because it is:

- Stain resistant

- Scratch resistant

- Split resistant

- Mold and mildew resistant

- Durable and long lasting

- Impervious to moisture and insects

- Limited lifetime warranty

And Azek comes in a wide range of color options

If you haven't had your deck looked at in a while, please give us a call and we can take check it out for you, and handle all your maintenance issues. Almar Building & Remodeling is a full service remodeling company located on Rt. 53 in Hanover.


Give Almar a call at 781-826-2577.
www.AlmarBuilding.com
1130 Washington St. Suite 3
Hanover, Ma 02339