Outdoor space can be enhanced by the addition of a deck. Since every backyard has a different configuration, decks are not one size fits all. These are some of the adaptations that have to be considered when building a deck in your backyard.
One of the adaptations that have to be considered with Custom Decks in San Antonio, TX, for the backyard is the slope of the yard. Since the design of the support system depends on the slope and grade of the yard, the support beams have to be planned to accommodate them. In some case, the yard may need to be sculpted to ensure proper drainage grading is established before the support system goes into the ground. If the yard is sloped too much, the support structures will have to be different lengths to account for the a steep drop in the yard.
Another adaptation that needs consideration is the size of the deck. The deck’s size is dependent on how much of the yard space that you want to dedicate to it. This decision is also dependent on how you want to utilize deck space. If you want a grill and a seating area, these items have to be taken into consideration with the overall size of the deck. Ultimately, it will be your yard space that determines how much flexibility you have in the overall dimensions.
The soil conditions are another adaptation that has to be considered with Custom Decks in San Antonio, TX. Since this is the place where the deck’s support will rest, the soil must adequately hold the beams in place. If the soil is too soft, deeper posts are needed. While rainstorms can soften the soil and rainy day installations should be avoided, normal soft soil conditions will have to be evaluated to determine the depth needed or if extra support beams are required.
These are some of the adaptations that have to be made with decks. Each yard is quite unique in its size and shape and has its own unique challenges. Click Here for more information on customizing your deck for your backyard.
