Coming into the summer months, spending time outdoors becomes more of an attractive proposition. Make the most of it by installing a beautiful new deck with the help of a carpenter. Here’s what you need to know.

Installing a new deck is a great idea, but if you are thinking of doing this, it is best to get the help of an experienced carpenter. The carpenter is able to build decks from any timber of your choosing – softwoods or hardwoods – and they can also build decks from composite materials. They can also build all of the accessories that your deck needs such as stairs, ramps or handrails. The carpenter, once the deck is built, will also finish and protect the new deck, ensuring that its natural beauty will come through and that the timber will not be damaged over time.

As well as the actual building process, the carpenter can provide other services such as designing the deck and helping you to obtain any building permits or permissions that you may need.

When hiring a carpenter to build your deck, there are some things that you need to consider. You need to make sure that they are fully qualified, licensed, and insured. If appropriate, check if they are a member of an organisation such as the MBA (Master Builders Association). They should also provide you with a quote that covers all costs (labour and materials) before the project even begins.