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Winter Is The Perfect Time To Build Your Deck

Posted on by John Langlois

Guess what? You absolutely do not have to wait till spring to have your new deck built. Would you believe us if we told you that winter was actually the perfect time to build your deck? It is! Hear us out. We’re going to present some compelling evidence why you should consider having your deck built this winter. 

Build Your Deck In The Winter To Get A Head Start On Spring

Getting your deck built during the winter means, when spring comes, you can start using it immediately. And you won’t even have to wait for appointment availability or worry about finding a contractor who is able to take on your project. 

Not to mention, winter is a sort of off time for deck builders. This is beneficial for you because you’ll have more options when it comes to finding the right contractor for your decking project. 

Save Some Money

Many contractors offer winter build incentives. Take Titan Decks, for example. We’re giving you 15% off your deck if you choose to build during the winter. It’s a win-win for both of us. You’re helping us keep our employees working, and we’re helping you get the deck you want at a discounted price. 

A Winter Deck Build Will Get Your Project Done Faster

Warmer months are much busier for builders. Their schedules fill up quickly. Many deck builders have an 8-10 week wait to start a project in the spring and summer months.

Depending on the size of your deck, building during the winter may only have a 4-6 week completion time. 

Pulling Permits Will Be Quicker

Winter is a quiet time for builders, which means it’s equally quiet for your city office. Turn around time for permits during the spring and summer can take weeks. But, during the winter, the wait time is cut much shorter. 

Have We Convinced You?

So you see, it’s faster and cheaper to have your deck built in the winter. And, you’ll have so much more time to enjoy your deck once the weather warms up. Come March, you’ll completely miss the rush of people clamoring to get their deck built. 

To build your deck this winter, you can contact us to schedule your free estimate. As we mentioned earlier in this article, we are taking 15% off any new deck build scheduled between November and February so act now, our slots are already filling up and we don’t want you to miss out on this great offer. Financing options are available.  

How To Choose The Right Deck Builder

Posted on by John Langlois

The time has come to either replace your deck or have one built. You’re hoping to add value to your home and expand your outdoor living space. One of the most cost-effective ways to do that is by adding a deck. There are so many deck builders in the metro Detroit area which can make the seemingly simple task of finding the right deck contractor quite overwhelming. Make it easy by following our tips for choosing the right deck builder for you. 

Research

Do a little digging into the type of deck you want, whether composite or wood. Once you decide on the type of material your deck will be made from, do a little research on design. You can find inspiration on Pinterest, Instagram, or Google images. While you’re at it, play detective and check out the project pages of prospective decking companies to see the type of work they’ve done. 

Referrals

Referrals are often the best way to find your deck builder. Ask around, see who your coworkers, friends, and family are using. Leveraging the people you are connected to can help you narrow and shorten your search. 

Reviews

Just by typing the name of a decking company into a search engine, you can pull up current and past reviews. Hit up your social platforms. Ask your network if anyone has had firsthand experience working with your top three or five decking company choices. 

Things in reviews to notice are:

  • Are the negative reviews just petty or serious problems
  • What reviewers are saying about the workers
  • Was the company reliable

In-person

Meeting with different deck builders is always advisable. These people and their crew are going to be working on your home for a couple of days, minimum. You should have a good feeling about them. Have a conversation to get an idea of the type of person your potential deck builder is. Go with your gut. 

Some questions to ask a deck builder during your meeting are: 

  • How do you handle unforeseen circumstances like schedule changes, weather, stress?
  • Do you pull the permits or will I have to? (Tip: a good company will always handle the permits themselves).
  • What is the projected timeline for completion?
  • Is your crew one you have always worked with or are they subcontractors or freelancers?
  • How many decks like mine have you built?

Estimates

One of the easiest determining factors is cost, along with what’s included within that price. Maybe some deck builders throw in lighting for free, while others will only produce the quoted work. In the end, the estimates you get from various deck builders will help you decide which one to go with.

End your search for a deck builder today. Contact Titan Decks and schedule your free consultation. 

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