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        Deck Building

        Episode DTRS-311

        In this session of Trade School, former professional HVAC technician Robert Schmidt takes on a new trade learning to construct high-quality decks. As an understudy of his brother-in-law, Anton Shafer, Robert has found the opportunity to work outdoors and find satisfaction in more tangible, visual projects to be its own reward.

        From This Episode

        How to Remove a Concrete Porch
        Be the First

        The first step in adding a redwood deck to an older house is to break up the existing concrete porch, followed by setting the new support posts.

        Time:
        Several Weekends
        Cost:
        $2,500 - $5,000
        Difficulty:
        Moderate to Hard
        How to Construct a Deck Perimeter
        Be the First

        With the support posts anchored in dried concrete, the next step in the project is constructing the deck perimeter.

        Time:
        Weekend
        Cost:
        $500 - $1,000
        Difficulty:
        Moderate to Hard
        How to Install Floor Joists and Deck Boards
        Be the First

        Having established the deck perimeter, the floor joists are finished and the redwood decking is attached.

        Time:
        Weekend
        Cost:
        $250 - $500
        Difficulty:
        Moderate to Hard
        How to Build Custom Deck Railings
        Be the First

        With the deck floor complete, build custom railings. The decks support posts serve as mounts for the new railing system.

        Time:
        Day
        Cost:
        $500 - $1,000
        Difficulty:
        Moderate to Hard
        How to Build a Flower Box
        Be the First

        The deck is completed with construction of a flower box and applying a fresh coat of deck stain.

        Time:
        Day
        Cost:
        $100 - $250
        Difficulty:
        Moderate

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