Tag Archive for: deck maintenance

Can You Build Your Deck This Year and Add the Screened Porch Next Year?
Many homeowners in Minnesota dream of a full-scale screened porch to escape the summer mosquitoes, but the budget doesn't always align with the vision all at once. A common question we get at Barefoot Construction is: "Can we build the deck…

Must-Have Add-Ons for Your 2026 Deck Build
As we head into the 2026 outdoor living season, Minnesota homeowners are looking for more than just a platform for a grill. They want seamless extensions of their indoor living space. At Barefoot Construction, we’ve tracked the latest trends…

Why Your Deck Stairs Are Sagging: Identifying Frost Heave Damage After a Minnesota Winter
As the snow melts across the Bold North, homeowners often trade their shovels for clipboards to assess the aftermath of another brutal winter. One of the most common—and frustrating—discoveries is a set of deck stairs that no longer meet…

TimberTech vs. Trex vs. Wood: A 10-Year Maintenance Cost Comparison for MN Homeowners
Choosing the right decking material in Minnesota isn't just about the initial "sticker price." Between our humid, mosquito-heavy summers and the punishing freeze-thaw cycles of January, your deck undergoes a decade of extreme stress.
For clients…


