A Custom Deck Is The Best Upgrade
If you want to expand the outdoor living space of your St. Petersburg home, a custom deck might be just what you need. Priority Marine Construction offers many different options for expanding your backyard patio. A cramped dining room can become a beautiful outdoor space for your parties or events. Priority Marine Construction has over 30 years of experience and can help you with choosing the plans that are best for your space.
Before You Build
Here are some steps to consider for your new space before the building starts in St. Petersburg:
- Pick your space. It is important to decide where you want it to be and how it will look in the different areas of your property.
- Design a layout. With custom decks, the possibilities are endless when it comes to how you want it will look.
- Choose your materials. There are many natural and synthetic options for your building materials. The professionals at Priority Marine Construction can help you pick which material will work best for your custom deck project.
Options for Materials
Climate, weather, and natural conditions are factors to consider when choosing the materials to use when construction begins. Here are some of the material options Priority Marine Construction offers:
Wood
Wood requires regular maintenance to avoid decay, mildew, or insect damage. The benefits to real wood are the look and feel of the unique grain patterns. There are many different types of wood to choose from, including:
- Pressure Treated Lumber
- Hardwood
- Softwood
- Exotic Wood
Composite
Composite decking is low maintenance and never warps, rots, or splinters. It can also bend to make patterns and curves that are not possible with real wood. Here are some composite options:
- Trex
- TimberTech
- Topical Decking by Subelt Forest Productions
Cellular PVC
This material is stain and scratch-resistant. One option of this material we offer at Priority Marine is Azek, which is durable and comes in various colors.
Benefits of Your Custom Deck
No matter what your inspiration was to build your Tampa Bay backyard paradise, there are many benefits to your custom deck and all it has to offer:
- Increases living space– This project can be an ideal expansion for your entertainment space. During a party, guests normally gather in the kitchen, but if your space is equipped with a grill, bar, and seating areas, you are doubling the space where your party-goers can socialize.
- Pleasing to the eye– The variety that comes with designing your custom project can make your property look completely remodeled and add visual quality to your outdoor living space.
- Cost-effective– Of all the remodeling and expansion options for your home, the most financially efficient project would be adding a custom deck. Outdoor additions are typically less expensive than an indoor expansion project because you do not have to worry about plumbing, roofing, or insulation.
Regular Maintenance
Having a routine maintenance plan can avoid problems with your custom deck down the road in Tampa Bay. Priority Marine recommends creating a maintenance schedule to ensure that your new project stands the test of time. Here are some of the recommended procedures for maintaining the project:
- Cleaning– This includes removing debris between boards, sweeping the surface, and applying the appropriate cleanser depending on the materials that make up space.
- Sealing– If you opted for wood as a building material, many different seals and stains could be used. Sealers should be reapplied annually.
- Inspect and Repair– Once a year, you should carefully inspect your floors, stairs, and rails to check for signs of rot, splintering, or damages.
Priority Marine has years of experience in building custom decks in St. Petersburg and will help you with the process from beginning to end. If you are interested in adding on to your backyard property, contact Priority Marine Construction today at 727-662-9146 to speak with a professional and schedule an appointment.