Pros and cons of decking for your home

Especially for 2 story homes, or homes built on a slope, those decks that come off the 2nd story are a great way to provide a raised flat area for seating and eating, possibly with improved views that you could not see from the ground floor.

But remember that not all decks are 8 or more feet above ground; many are built just a foot or two off the ground. A deck makes a polished outdoor space for entertaining by building a basic platform in your backyard. A low deck such as this doesn’t need railings either; a cost savings. It provides a dry floor, unaffected by damp soil.

For that ultimate look, add a roof over all or part of the deck or patio, and you’ll not need to be concerned about potential rain or sun that is too hot.

We love to help Bellingham area homeowners have the best homes they can; we can build the deck you want.