Summer is finally here and, like many Michigan homeowners, you may have plans to tackle an exterior makeover project. It’s far more economical to expand your home’s living space outside rather than to enlarge or renovate your home’s interior.
If your plans include adding, replacing or updating a deck, asking potential contractors the right questions is an important first step. Below are five questions I recommend every homeowner should ask their deck contractor:
Licensed Trex Deck Installer
Make sure the Michigan Trex deck installer you choose has insurance and the required license to obtain permits by calling the insurance company for verification. Without such coverage, you could be held accountable for property damage or injuries that occur on your property. All experienced TrexPro® partners, such as myself, have a contractor’s license and carry the required general liability insurance required by the states in which they work.
Michigan Trex Deck Installer Permit Process
Nearly every deck building project requires a permit. If you build without the necessary permits, you may have issues with paperwork or have to pay a fine when you try to sell your home. Most deck builders will handle the permit process, but be sure to obtain a copy for your records.
Trex Deck Installer Michigan Materials
Your deck is a permanent addition to your home that affects its value, so it’s important to choose a decking material that is long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing. Inquire about your contractor’s experience, as most specialize in building with wood, PVC or composite decking. Trex offers a ‘good, better, best’ composite decking line up, with three distinct decking collections that allow you to choose the ideal product to meet your outdoor living needs.
Michigan Trex Deck Designs
Design should be done around your family’s functional requirements and personal style. Detailed drawings and written construction specifications are the best way to ensure you get what you envision. Compared to wood and PVC, composite building materials offer a variety of color options for incredible design flexibility to suit the style of any home.
Trex Deck Installer Warranty
Typically a deck builder warranty only covers structural damage related to the construction of the deck, so be sure to also acquire the manufacturer warranty. Working with a Michigan Trex deck installer offers lasting peace-of-mind, as the entire Trex decking collection is backed by a 25-year Limited Fade and Stain Warranty that is unprecedented in the industry.
For a Michigan Trex Deck Installer, Call 586.465.6900!
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