Make Your Deck More Inviting with These Outdoor Deck Ideas

One of the biggest benefits to owning a home with a deck is that you have a place to entertain. Nothing’s better than hanging out with friends on your deck on a warm summer night. If you love to host get-togethers, you can use our outdoor deck ideas to customize your backyard, making it perfect […]



10 Unique Design Ideas for Your Outdoor Platform Deck

Here at Structurally Speaking, we specialize in building custom decks, perfectly suited to your family’s needs, your home style, and the specifics of your backyard. We’d love to help you design an outdoor platform deck that is perfect for your outdoor living space. If you can dream it; we can build it. Here are ten […]



How to Build a Deck Around a Tree: Our Best Designs and Tips

Trees are a beautiful part of many backyards. However, they can make it difficult to enjoy your outdoor space, especially if they are close to your home. We have some good news: you actually don’t have to remove your favorite tree in order to build a beautiful backyard deck. When you work with a custom […]



5 Upgraded Back Covered Porch Ideas for Your Outdoor Space

Here at Structurally Speaking, we love to help homeowners upgrade the look of their backyards. Our back covered porch ideas can help make your outdoor space more functional for the whole family, while also beautifully flowing with the rest of your home. When we design an outdoor living space, we always start with a free […]



Extend Your Master Bedroom with Our Elevated Deck Ideas

Most people build decks off their main living room or kitchen on the first floor. However, you can also create a deck accessed from your master bedroom. With our second-story or elevated deck ideas, you can give your bedroom the extra space you’ve always wanted without changing the floor plan of your home. How You […]



Is Composite Deck Installation Right for Your Backyard?

In recent years, the price of wood has risen rapidly. So, if you’re interested in building a new deck, you might want to consider other decking material options, such as composite. However, there are both pros and cons to composite deck installation. Let’s take a look at this material and why (or why not!) it […]



How to Extend a Deck to Create an Outdoor Space You Love

If you currently have a deck that you don’t use very often, you might want to consider a deck extension. With an extended deck, you can make better use of the outdoor space so your family can truly love your backyard. Let’s talk about how to extend a deck and our best tips for making […]



Building a New Roof Extension Over Deck – Pros and Cons

A roof can make any deck more functional, since it provides a bit of protection from the elements. However, adding a roof extension over deck isn’t the right option for every home. Here at Structurally Speaking, we help our clients design custom outdoor living spaces. We’d love to talk to you about a roof extension […]



Gorgeous Wrap Around Deck Ideas to Enhance Any Home and Yard

If you love spending time outside, a wrap-around deck might be a great addition to your home. At Structurally Speaking, we build decks that flow with the existing architecture and landscaping. We custom-design every project specifically for our clients, so you get the exact outdoor living space that is right for you. We’d love to […]



Our Expert Advice on How to Clean a Composite Deck

Composite decking is popular, in part, because it can last a long time with proper maintenance. Are you wondering how to clean a composite deck? Don’t worry; it is actually pretty easy! Here’s what you need to know about this type of decking material. What is Composite Decking? When you’re building a new deck, you […]