New Scandia Township, Minnesota Outdoor Deck and Recreation Construction
Deck construction starts with code-compliant footings, structural green-treated wood and finished with cedar or composite material decking.
Decks can be attached to a house, placed as standalone gathering areas, or built surrounding an entertainment area such as a pool or spa. Privacy and
Security fencing around swimming pools may be required for code in your community.
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Doughboy Pool Security/Privacy Surround Deck
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Doughboy Pool Security/Privacy Surround Deck
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Poolside Patio Deck
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2nd story cedar deck with stairs
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Trex Composite Decking can be used to make long-lasting, maintenance-free, outdoor entertainment and living areas.
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2nd story Trex deck with stairs
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2nd story Trex deck with stairs
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2nd story Trex deck with stairs
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2nd story cedar deck with stairs
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Upper story decks may be constructed without stairs in situations where there are security concerns, pets, or small children.
Most municipalities will have code requirements for safety railings on upper story constructions. Many newly constructed houses will have pre-existing headers
to which decks can be attached.
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2nd story cedar deck with stairs
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2nd story cedar deck with stairs
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2nd story cedar deck no stairs - gas grill
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2nd story cedar deck no stairs - gas grill
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Multi-level 2nd story composite deck and rail
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Multi-level 2nd story composite deck and rail with stairs
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Multi-level 2nd story composite deck and rail with stairs
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2nd story composite deck and rail with stairs at main level over walkout
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With the right coloring and landscape, decks are a natural extension to the home, and a transition point from indoors to outdoors.
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Backyard entrance deck with composite decking matching the home exterior
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The deck exterior finish can be constructed to match the house color scheme using Procell™ deck system and PVC railings. In addition, privacy walls can be placed on the deck. The UnderDeck® System can be used to hide the typical deck joists to provide an attractive ceiling and also redirect water.
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Second story Procell™ deck and PVC railings showing the UnderDeck™ system
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Second story Procell™ deck and PVC railings with privacy wall
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Second story Procell™ deck and PVC railings with the UnderDeck™ system
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Aluminum rails and spindles are available for decks for a decorative appearance on the balustrade. Stairways can be routed to wherever the desired landing is.
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Half story composite deck with aluminum rail spindles
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Half story composite deck with aluminum rail spindles
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Patio Decks can be constructed to match the floor level of a main entrance. They can extend the
floor space of a house. Patio decks can be elevated above existing original slabs to enhance the
landscaping and set apart an outdoor entertainment area. Patio decks constructed near the ground level
may not need safety railings in your city. Multiple levels can be built to make the transition to the home entrance more gradual.
Landscaping and light fixtures also can be integrated.
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Back yard cedar patio deck with privacy partition, partial railing and bench
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Back yard cedar patio deck with built in benches
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Back yard patio deck with railings
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Back yard patio deck with railings
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Back yard patio deck without railings, WeatherBest® composite re-surface over existing framing
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Cedar Multi-level patio deck with paving stones at ground level and stair lights
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Brown Composite patio deck with railings showing footing and support at grade
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Brown Composite patio deck with railings
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Deck lighting
Weatherproof electrical fixtures can be installed on a deck to add a dramatic accent and increase the nighttime usability
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Nightime deck lighting
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Nightime deck lighting
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Nightime deck lighting
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Daytime view
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