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UglyDeck.com Announces Ways to Prepare Decks for Winter

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UglyDeck.com gives customers tips on how to get their decks ready for the cold winter months.

Burnsville, MN, USA — Even though you can enjoy your deck well into the fall, now is the time to think about how to take care of your deck this winter. The deck builders at UglyDeck.com are currently helping homeowners prepare their outdoor decks for the cold winter months ahead.

Factors like cold weather, moisture from snow, and ice can all damage a deck. But by putting a little time into your deck before winter hits, customers can be sure to enjoy their decks come springtime and avoid unnecessary deck repairs.

To winterize a deck, the first thing homeowners should do is give it a thorough cleaning. Sweep the deck surface to remove all leaves and loose dirt. Wash away all fungus, dirt, and rust stains from the deck, so it doesn’t sit on the deck all winter and cause further damage.

Next, strip away any finish that has started to wear off. Sand any spots that look especially worn or discolored. Not only does this make sure the sealant will go on evenly, but it also loosens up any extra dirt and debris. Fall is also a good time to do a quick inspection of your deck railings, posts, and slats to make sure there are no loose nails or warping.

Then, apply stain if applicable and then a water-repellant sealant to the deck. This way the deck will be able to withstand any moisture, snow, and ice that comes in contact with the deck during the winter.

Though it may seem like a pain to prepare a deck for the winter, the benefits far outweigh a total deck replacement. If you come across anything that needs repair, or if your deck has been neglected for a few years and you are in need of deck restoration or a deck replacement, contact UglyDeck.com to get a deck quote. UglyDeck.com uses high-quality decking materials that will minimize future maintenance.

If you have further questions on how to properly winterize your deck, contact UglyDeck.com today.

Media Contact:
Bill Barton
UglyDeck.com
12277 Nicollet Ave S.
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-736-3308
info@uglydeck.com
http://www.uglydeck.com

Marketing

UglyDeck.Com Provides Inspection Ideas to Ensure Safe Decks This Summer

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UglyDeck.com provides customers with an important checklist to ensure their deck can safely hold get-togethers for many summers to come.

Burnsville, MN, USA — After a Fourth of July full of get-togethers and barbecues has died down, now is an ideal time to inspect your outdoor deck and decking materials to make sure the heat of summer has not damaged it. Decks that need special attention are those that are more than 15 years old, decks that were built by inexperienced DIY’ers, or have not been inspected recently.

From loose deck railings to weak posts, the deck builders at UglyDeck.com encourage homeowners to familiarize themselves with these seven common deck problems, and check to make sure their deck is safe:

1. Check to make sure lag screws are not in the ledger board. The ledger board is what holds the deck to the house. One of the most common problems with DIY decks occurs when these boards aren’t correctly attached.

2. Ensure nails aren’t missing in joist hangers. If the joist isn’t fully nailed, the joist hangers can pull loose from the ledger board.

3. Check to see if the posts are rotting or in poor condition. Moisture can cause untreated wooden posts to rot over time, losing its ability to support the deck’s weight.

4. Weak post connections. Galvanized carriage bolts attaching posts to the joist support of the deck is the ideal way to ensure a deck will be structurally sound.

5. See if the deck wobbles when shaken. If a deck shakes easily when moved, that may be a sign of the joists or ledger board loosening or weakening.

6. Check if the ledger flashing is in place. The ledger flashing is what keeps the ledger board watertight and keeps moisture from leaking into the house.

7. Rickety railing posts. Securely fastened railing posts can help ensure that people won’t tumble off their deck.

If your deck has any of these issues, contact the expert Minnesota deck builders at UglyDeck.com. UglyDeck.com can work with homeowners to find deck solutions big or small for their decks. From sourcing maintenance free decking materials, to choosing safe and sturdy deck railing options, to helping customers if they need to start over and build a deck from scratch that’s up to code, the builders at UglyDeck.com can provide advice, expertise, and a free quote to help them get started.

Media Contact:
Bill Barton
UglyDeck.com
12277 Nicollet Ave S.
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-736-3308
info@uglydeck.com
http://www.uglydeck.com

Business, Marketing

UglyDeck.com Announces Valuable Tips For Safe Grilling This Fall

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UglyDeck.com stresses the importance of grilling safely by providing simple tips to ensure a fun and safe environment out on a deck.

Burnsville, MN, USA — UglyDeck.com, a Minneapolis deck builder, knows that fall is a popular time for people to grill on their decks. With the football season starting, it’s a prime time for people to host get-togethers and grill. To best preserve a deck, and more importantly, to keep everyone safe, it’s important to review some helpful tips from the National Fire Protection Association to stay safe while grilling on the deck this football season.

• Make sure to keep the grill away from your home, as well as deck railings and overhanging branches. It’s important to keep the grill clear of overhanging branches in case of a flare-up. Also make sure that the grill is in an open space, away from any overhangs, since carbon monoxide could accumulate.
• While the grill is on, make sure to keep children and pets away from the grilling area.
• Don’t ever try to move a hot grill.
• Never leave a grill unattended. This is important not only to keep from overcooking brats and burgers, but it’s also important so that children and pets are kept at a safe distance and to keep an eye out for flare-ups.
• Clean the grill thoroughly after each use by removing grease buildup from the grill and tray below the grill.

With maintenance free decking materials from UglyDeck.com, it’s easy to build a deck with plenty of space to safely grill and entertain people throughout the football season. UglyDeck.com can find the deck solutions for any outdoor space, from deck railing design ideas to front porch designs. And though it’s the beginning of autumn, it still isn’t too late to contact UglyDeck.com and discuss updates or changes to your deck.

As experts in deck designs, the deck builders at UglyDeck.com can give you tips and ideas on how to create the perfect – and safe – outdoor space to host your outdoor grill-outs during the football season.

Media Contact:
Bill Barton
UglyDeck.com
12277 Nicollet Ave S.
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-736-3308
info@uglydeck.com
http://www.uglydeck.com

Business, Construction

UglyDeck.com Offers Homeowners a Unique, Practical, and Easy Deck Solution with Spiral Staircases

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The Minnesota deck builders at UglyDeck.com offer maintenance free outdoor spiral staircases to local and out-of-state customers.

Burnsville, MN, June 03, 2014 – UglyDeck.com, the Midwest’s leader in maintenance free decking, provides not only deck building and planning services but also made-to-order outdoor spiral staircases. A trending feature in homes, offices, and outdoor living spaces, spiral staircases save space and add visual interest.

Available in a variety of color and style options at UglyDeck.com, spiral stairs may be tailored with railing and tread options. Further, the outdoor spiral staircases can be shipped directly to customers out-of-state. Custom-welded in a single piece to the homeowner’s specifications, the spiral deck staircases are easy to install and are constructed from sturdy, maintenance free material for a long lifetime with little upkeep.

UglyDeck.com’s Minnesota deck builders offer design, material, and installation services based out of the Burnsville, Minnesota, showroom or through the customer’s local UglyDeck.com franchise. Homeowners are invited to discuss their needs or plans with a deck building expert or send in measurements and a sketch or photograph online for a free quote on high-quality decking materials and single-piece deck spiral staircases.

Over the past several weeks, UglyDeck.com has highlighted the beauty and the benefits of outdoor spiral staircases in its recent blog series. The company invites readers to learn about the practical and space-saving features of these beautiful pieces by visiting www.UglyDeck.com and selecting “Deck News.”

UglyDeck.com installs and supplies the top brands of maintenance free decking materials. The Minnesota deck builders offer solutions in the form of low-upkeep, high-quality composite decking that lasts longer than wooden decks and does not require continual cleaning or annual restaining. Additionally, UglyDeck.com provides components such as deck railings, spiral deck staircases, screen railings, accessories, lighting, and more.

To learn more about the deck building company, maintenance free decks, or franchise opportunities, contact UglyDeck.com online or at (952) 736-3308.

Contact:
Cathy Kirschner
UglyDeck.com
12277 Nicollet Ave S.
Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 736-3308
pr@brandography.mobi
http://www.uglydeck.com