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  • Job-Site Falls

    Residential construction workers face higher risks of a fall from a roof than those in other construction sectors.

     
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    Installing Pavers

    Proper preparation of the subsoil, base, and bedding layers will keep a hardscape looking great for years

     
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    Upgrade to a Tiered Fascia

    For looks and longevity, use three layers of trim capped with a picture-frame decking border

     

  • Joist Layout for Stronger Decks

    Consider span, spacing, and depth to build beyond code for a small upcharge

     
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    Doubled Joist Prevents Cracked Decking

    Builder Ben Roberson advises doubling up the joists beneath butt joints between composite deck boards

     
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Porches & Pergolas

  • Side Yard Pergola and Gate

    A hybrid structure turns an eyesore into an eye catcher.

     
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    Texas Porch Echoes Deco

    New porch on historic home incorporates Art Deco details

     

  • Making an Old Porch Look New

    To maximize your profits, plan for surprises and use the right tools and materials.

     

  • Floating a Pergola In Place

    After laminating up a 60-foot curved beam on site, the crew uses a crane to lift the structure while columns are installed underneath

     
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    Complex Pergola Details

    Careful planning and steel reinforcement help create the illusion that two separate structures are a single 78-foot-long pergola.

     
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    Fireplaces in Porches

    Installing a prefab firebox can extend your clients' outdoor-living season without breaking their budget.

     
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