Building a deck? Then you need to know how to compute the spans for it to be structurally sound. These tips and this information will help.

Building a deck is an exciting project, but figuring out measurements, materials, and costs can quickly become overwhelming. That’s why I’ve become such a fan of deck calculators—these handy digital ...

and Goodbye waiting for footing inspections. Goodbye old-school deck footings everywhere. OK, I don't really think standard footings are going to become a thing of the past just yet, but there's a ...

Q: Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...