Maintenance is another significant factor in the deck vs. patio cost equation. Over time, both decks and patios may require repairs, but deck repair costs can fluctuate based on the extent of the ...

Pool Decks vs Patios: Weight Capacity Reality Check The fundamental difference between pool decks and patios lies in their load-bearing design. Most residential decks are engineered to handle ...

correctionA previous version of this report misstated Gary Lofdahl's title and company. He is an architect with Wilder Design/Build, not head of business development for WilderWorks. The report has ...

You’ve been thinking about it for some time and you’ve finally decided to take the plunge — you’re going to build a patio or deck this summer. Luckily, the official start to the season isn’t until ...