Here’s Why You Should Restore Your Deck

Restoring a deck is essential for several reasons, ensuring its functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal. Here are some key reasons why you might restore a deck:

1. Prolongs the Life of Your Deck

Restoration prevents wood decay, rot, and structural damage caused by weather exposure, UV rays, and moisture. It helps maintain the integrity of the materials, ensuring the deck lasts longer. Decks should last a long time, and while they won’t be around forever, homeowners shouldn’t have to worry about their deck falling apart immediately after building it - that’s why it’s recommended decks be cleaned/restored once every 2-3 years.

2. Enhances Safety

A worn deck may have loose boards, protruding nails, or splinters, posing safety hazards. Restoration addresses these issues, making the deck safer for use.

3. Improves Appearance

Over time, decks can fade, discolor, or become stained due to dirt, mildew, and algae. Restoration rejuvenates the deck's look, restoring its natural beauty or applying a fresh finish to match your style.

4. Increases Property Value

A well-maintained deck adds to the curb appeal of your home, potentially increasing its market value. Buyers appreciate a deck that looks good and doesn’t require immediate repairs.

5. Cost-Effectiveness

Restoring a deck is typically less expensive than replacing it entirely. Regular maintenance and restoration can delay or eliminate the need for costly replacements. Partial rebuilds, or full rebuilds, can be very costly especially when using higher end species of wood, or engineered decking.

6. Environmental Benefits

By restoring instead of replacing your deck, you reduce waste and make better use of existing materials. This approach aligns with sustainable practices. Using environmentally friendly products when restoring a deck looks good to your customer, and confirms that you’ll keep the rest of their home and yard in good condition.

7. Customizing the Look

Restoration is an opportunity to update your deck's appearance with a new stain, color, or protective finish, enhancing its fit with your outdoor living space.

Whether your deck needs minor maintenance or a complete overhaul, professional restoration, like the services offered by Deck & Wood Pros, can help ensure your outdoor living space is safe, attractive, and long-lasting.