How to Build a Perfect Deck by Yourself

In this video, I will show you how easy it is to build a simple deck on your own.
Design your dream deck, plan the details, gather materials to your building site, and set up the installation. You will know how to mark, dig and place your footers/ piers, fill your foundation, prepare for framing and finish the product.

Video chapters
00:04 - Introduction
01:15 - Gather your materials
03:01 - Pour concrete and set posts
04:54 - How to calculate post length
06:45 - Laying out joists
08:15 - How to add rim joist
09:14 - Adjusting deck board gaps
11:14 - Installing deck railings
12:39 - Add bevel to all balusters
16:16 - Add landscaping and lattice

Tips:
- Keep your deck simple and easy-to build
- Choose lumber carefully before build
- When attaching boards, start from the outside of the deck toward the house
- Before installing, trim the deck board's ends for a cleaner, squarer finish.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something. Don't forget to like and subscribe. See you next time.

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