March is the perfect time to start your fence or deck project

  As the ground warms from a long winter, the ground softens and is primed for new construction. The ground isn't baked hard yet from Summer heat and the leaves have been done falling for a while as the new plant lives start to emerge. 

  Now is the time to start your planning if you haven't already. From start to finish, building a new deck can take up to several months, depending on several factors. You may be hiring an architect to design your new project or rolling up your sleeves to DIY the project. Whatever may be the case, here are a few things to think about in your persuit to create a new recreation space at your home.

   You the homeowner need to do your due diligence in determining what type of decks you like, and what is allowed to be built in your area. If you are a part of a homeowners’ association, they will likely have guidelines that you must follow, some times these guidelines can be as specific as a color or material, even specifying the type and style of post cap that may be used. Additionally, many homeowners’ associations require you to submit a request to their board before any work can begin on the project. Depending on how quickly your HOA works, this process can take up to several weeks, and building permits; if required by your jurisdiction can take even longer. It is also a good idea to check your county’s restrictions on exterior construction.  For example, if your property is small, you may be required by the county to have a certain setback, meaning your deck has to be a certain number of feet back from your property line.

 You will want to research your deck builder thoroughly. Because you want a safe, well-built deck for your family, it is wise to seek a deck contractor that is licensed and insured, remember to compare apples to apples when recieving quotes. A good contractor will be able to show you examples of their work, and provide customer testimonials. We are Atlanta Post Caps  and we have been supplying professional fence and deck specialist for over 20 years with quality post caps in all sizes including 4x4 and 6x6. If you are having trouble finding a qualified builder, reach out and we may have a recommendation for you in your area. 

 Remember to start your project as soon as possible, now that Spring is here, depending on the size of your project, it may take until Summer to complete and we are sure you will want to sip lemonade on your new deck when the warm weather arrives. We hope that this article helped you in deciding when and if to start your new outdoor project, and a few things to remember when you do.