Dunn Lumber How to Optimize the Design of Your Deck While Navigating Building Requirements Seattle WA 1

Note: West Coast Decks, referenced in this article, closed in 2022.

The Dunn Solutions podcast is committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor, trade professional, and skilled homeowner. Today on the podcast, we’ll hear from Ron Spillers of West Coast Decks. Ron and his business partner Joel have built over 2,000 decks in the Pacific Northwest since 1990.

On today’s podcast, Ron will discuss:

  • Ways to enhance your deck design

  • Design elements that can trigger the need for a building permit

  • How sloping property can significantly impact your project plans, and delay the permitting process

  • Code compliance 

  • Construction details most likely to require a qualified structural engineer

  • Product options for your deck

  • The evolution of manufactured decking materials

  • Redecking strategies, maintenance recommendations, and the area required to enjoy a table and chairs on your deck

For our decking video series with Ron, click here.

For information on future home improvement events hosted by Dunn Lumber, feel free to email me at jimc@dunnlumber.com.

Dunn Lumber How to Optimize the Design of Your Deck While Navigating Building Requirements Seattle WA 2

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