Plain-language guides on the topics that matter most to Nashville people — costs, warning signs, and what to ask before you hire.
Watch: Deck Building Guides
Short, practical videos on how a deck is engineered — from fire-resistant surface systems to the drainage and lighting that make the space under it usable.
How a Deck Survives a Wildfire
Most homes ignite from wind-blown embers, not the flame front. What a Class A flame-spread surface does, why the gap between boards matters (4.76 mm / 3/16 in), and how aluminium framing instead of traditional wood changes what the substructure does when embers land.
Under-Deck Drainage and Lighting: Doubling Outdoor Space
A trough system on a strict 1/8-inch-per-foot slope catches the rain above and routes it to a perimeter gutter — with a mandatory 3-inch fascia vent so the framing can still breathe. Then a three-layer lighting scheme on astronomical timing takes over at night.
What These Guides Cover
These guides break down the topics Nashville people research most — what each service involves, the warning signs to watch for, and what to ask before you hire.
The two videos above cover how a deck is engineered to resist fire and how the space underneath is drained and lit. Prefer reading? These written guides cover the same ground in more detail.