Essential deck building tips from Mark & Theresa

Essential deck building tips from Mark & Theresa
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Mark & Theresa shared tips to building a safe deck at the Craftsman Experience. The International Residential Code for deck building has changed. Find out what you need to know to make sure your deck is built to code so your family stays safe.

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