Inspect your home’s deck each spring so you can enjoy a fun, safe summer. Download this free 10-point checklist from our friends at NADRA.
For contractors and deck builders, here is a deck evaluation checklist to follow to ensure you don’t miss something when you inspect a deck.
Educate. Inspect. Correct. That is the campaign of the North American Decking & Railing Association (NADRA) to promote deck safety. NADRA has been leading the charge to prevent deck-related injuries, naming May as Deck Safety Month.
Every May, NADRA reminds us of the importance of checking decks to ensure that any issues can be addressed before summer, when families use their decks the most. Allan Trant’s Exterior Finish Work is a proud member of NADRA, and we fully embrace the organization’s deck safety initiatives.
Michael Beaudry, executive vice president of NADRA, estimated that about 30 million of the country’s roughly 60 million decks were beyond their useful lives. What about your deck? Is it in good condition?
“Your roof has a life expectancy. Your windows have a life expectancy. What about your deck?” Beaudry said.
The New Hampshire Seacoast experiences a mix of harsh winters and humid summers, both of which can take a toll on your deck. Freezing temperatures and snow can cause wood to crack and warp, while summer humidity can encourage rot and discoloration. Regular inspections and maintenance are key to ensuring your deck remains in good condition throughout the year.
The 10-point checklist by NADRA provides homeowners with a simple guide to evaluate their deck’s overall safety and condition. It covers inspecting structural wood components like joists, posts, and ledger boards for rot or deterioration.
The checklist also recommends checking fasteners, railings, lighting fixtures, and potential hazards in the deck surroundings. It gives homeowners an easy way to identify major safety issues that might require professional repair or replacement.
The 10-point checklist by NADRA provides homeowners with a simple guide to evaluate their deck’s overall safety and condition. It covers inspecting structural wood components like joists, posts, and ledger boards for rot or deterioration.
The checklist also recommends checking fasteners, railings, lighting fixtures, and potential hazards in the deck surroundings. It gives homeowners an easy way to identify major safety issues that might require professional repair or replacement.
Split or decaying wood
Flashing
Loose or corroded fasteners
Stairs
Railing & Banisters
Cleaning & Maintenance
Grills, Firepits, Chimneys, Heaters, and Candles
Lighting & Electrical
Outdoor Furniture & Storage
Outdoor Furniture & Storage
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