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Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

Even though I only bought my first cordless drill about 3 or 4 years ago, I just finished building my own backyard deck. It was the most ambitious home improvement project I've taken on myself and it ...

The typical cost range for building a deck is $4,141 to $11,713, though the national average cost is $7,913. The main cost factors in building a deck include deck size, materials, foundation, and ...

Two pandemic-induced years of being house-bound has given many people a deeper appreciation of the outdoors — and of using the outdoors to extend their homes. The backyard deck is a perennially ...