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Anybody here work in construction?
Posted on 6/18/17 at 1:31 pm
Posted on 6/18/17 at 1:31 pm
Trying to find out how much it would cost to build a deck similar to this one LINK
We just bought a house and the one thing it doesn't have is a backyard deck or patio. That one looks pretty simple, if I were handy I would do it myself. Unfortunately I'm not.
We just bought a house and the one thing it doesn't have is a backyard deck or patio. That one looks pretty simple, if I were handy I would do it myself. Unfortunately I'm not.
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Posted on 6/18/17 at 2:01 pm to UMRealist
$15-35 per square? ft, depending on the quality of materials.
Posted on 6/18/17 at 5:28 pm to UMRealist
Don't cover up your septic tank. And tell the contractor you want screws, not nails. And make sure any railing ballasters are 3.5 inches gapped, same as 2x4 actual width. And they need to use screws on those too, not nails.
Posted on 6/18/17 at 5:30 pm to UMRealist
Also, don't use white if it's in a relatively shady area, unless you want to scrub off the mildew constantly. Use a darker color where the mildew won't be so obvious. And use an acrylic based exterior paint.
Posted on 6/18/17 at 5:35 pm to UMRealist
Also, it is location dependent. Around ATL right now, you can't get a reputable contractor to even return your call for anything under $20k. Business is booming. Anyone who will return your call may not be a quality contractor.
Check them out online, look on homeadvisor and google and yelp reviews, you want someone that has more than just 5 reviews, find a company with 100+ reviews so you know you are dealing with real pros.
What's in your imgur link ... just the platform part is relatively easy, even a gimp could make that himself if he had some time. Stairs are too complicated for a gimp though, in my opinion.
Check them out online, look on homeadvisor and google and yelp reviews, you want someone that has more than just 5 reviews, find a company with 100+ reviews so you know you are dealing with real pros.
What's in your imgur link ... just the platform part is relatively easy, even a gimp could make that himself if he had some time. Stairs are too complicated for a gimp though, in my opinion.
Posted on 6/18/17 at 5:46 pm to UMRealist
$1000 at Lowes will get all the materials and paint and a couple tools you'd need. Depending on where you live, they'll deliver alot of the shite to you too, so you don't have to rent a truck to bring it home.
If you have time, it's really not that hard to do.
The hardest part will be digging holes and setting the posts in concrete. But there's a way around that.... depending on your soil type. They make spikes now, you drive them into the soil and set a 4x4 post in it. No digging, no mixing concrete, no leveling of the post while the concrete dries. But structurally, depends on your soil type. Sandy soil, I wouldn't do this.
If you have time, it's really not that hard to do.
The hardest part will be digging holes and setting the posts in concrete. But there's a way around that.... depending on your soil type. They make spikes now, you drive them into the soil and set a 4x4 post in it. No digging, no mixing concrete, no leveling of the post while the concrete dries. But structurally, depends on your soil type. Sandy soil, I wouldn't do this.
This post was edited on 6/18/17 at 6:16 pm
Posted on 6/18/17 at 7:25 pm to deeprig9
quote:Already have stairs thankfully. What about clearing and leveling the ground? I read a diy on how to do that but it seemed really complicated. Unfortunately for my wife I'm the least handy heterosexual guy she could have married
What's in your imgur link ... just the platform part is relatively easy, even a gimp could make that himself if he had some time. Stairs are too complicated for a gimp though, in my opinion.
..This post was edited on 6/18/17 at 7:29 pm
Posted on 6/19/17 at 4:08 am to deeprig9
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And use an acrylic based exterior paint.
Depending on the humidity levels in your area, I'd personally recommend an elastomeric paint.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 4:10 am to deeprig9
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And make sure any railing ballasters are 3.5 inches gapped, same as 2x4 actual width. And they need to use screws on those too, not nails.
It's amazing how many people don't know a 2x4 is 1.75x3.5. I know a lot of people in the industry that think 3.75.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 7:55 am to deeprig9
Everything that "deeprig9" said
Posted on 6/19/17 at 10:24 am to UMRealist
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What about clearing and leveling the ground?
The deck sits on posts, no need to level the ground.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 10:51 am to UMRealist
You could always do something easy like this, if you have a level spot. Border it with nicer bricks/landscaping stones, spray roundup on it occassionally, and be done with it.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 6:00 pm to UMRealist
Endeck by a company named Enduris is a much better product. You'll pay for it, but it comes with a 30 year fade/stain warranty. Stays cool to the touch in full sunlight, too. 100% cellular PVC, so no water absorption which means no warping. Generally speaking, you'd be looking at $55-$65/sq ft, not including your railing.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 6:25 pm to UMRealist
I'd say $750-850 in materials. (Pressure treated lumber, screws, blocks, etc..)
Labor? No clue but I have built a few decks in the past for some folks. Whatever the price of material is what I would charge in labor.
That deck and railing should only take a day, tops.
Labor? No clue but I have built a few decks in the past for some folks. Whatever the price of material is what I would charge in labor.
That deck and railing should only take a day, tops.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 9:09 pm to CCTider
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It's amazing how many people don't know a 2x4 is 1.75x3.5.
You're right. It is amazing how many people don't think that. Like, all the ones with sense.
Because it's 1.5" x 3.5". Not 1.75".
It's ok to act like you know what you're talking about. It's just not ok to be wrong.
Posted on 6/19/17 at 11:34 pm to UMRealist
Probably 3k including materials. I didn't click your link, but I know what I paid for my deck
Posted on 6/19/17 at 11:42 pm to partsman103
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Whatever the price of material is what I would charge in labor.
Correct answer always.
Same cost for my fence also. Match the material cost is a fair price IMO.
Now, if you actually have the time to do it yourself, good for you
Posted on 6/20/17 at 5:03 am to UMRealist
I'm assuming that's around 200 sq/ft. You could get something similar for around $3k.
If you're afraid of carpentry, do a simple paver design:
Anyone can do that with a little sweat and planning.
If you're afraid of carpentry, do a simple paver design:
Anyone can do that with a little sweat and planning.
Posted on 6/20/17 at 11:21 am to AUsteriskPride
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Anyone can do that with a little sweat and planning.
And level ground and decent drainage.
Posted on 6/21/17 at 11:06 am to deeprig9
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And level ground and decent drainage.
dirt can be moved, hence the sweat and planning.
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