About Deck Hacks

Deck Hacks publishes practical guides for homeowners who want to build, maintain, and fix their own decks. The site is written by the Deck Hacks team.

What we cover

We cover four areas: choosing materials, keeping a deck clean and finished, spotting repair and safety problems, and affordable upgrades. Good places to start are wood vs. composite decking and how to clean and stain a wood deck.

Who the site is for

We write for homeowners with an existing deck or one in the planning stage, especially people who like to do the work themselves. We also tell you when a job belongs to a licensed contractor or inspector, particularly anything structural.

How our content is made

Articles on this site are drafted with the help of AI tools and reviewed and edited before publishing. We don't publish product rankings or claims we haven't checked, and we point you to manufacturer instructions and local building codes, which always take priority over general advice.

Corrections and questions

If you spot a mistake or have a question about a project, please contact us. We read every message.