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Deck: Deck project questions

Work through permit, repair-scope and contractor questions before a deck project begins.

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The five questions we answer first

  1. Does my planned deck need a permit?

  2. How do height, attachment and access to the house affect permit review?

  3. Is replacing deck boards treated differently from changing railings or supports?

  4. What should the deck contractor put in the written estimate?

  5. What inspections should I confirm before the project is closed out?

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