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While you can easily put a fresh coat of paint on your kitchen walls or plant some new flowers in your garden, expanding your home with a deck is a project best left to the experts. When looking to build a deck, you need to choose your contractor very carefully. The deck builder you select […]

Adding a deck to your home is a significant investment and will serve as the foundation of everything else you do regarding the rest of your backyard design. To protect that investment in your home, you want to make sure you choose the right deck designer for the job.

Suppose you’re interested in installing a new deck for entertaining and relaxing or replacing your existing deck. In that case, it’s essential to consider the amount of outdoor space you are working with to help you determine the best decking materials for your deck project. While choosing between the location of your deck, the textures, […]

When working on a home improvement project, the last thing you want to do is make a mistake that can drive your costs up. At Quaker State Construction, we want to help our customers avoid common mistakes that can occur when designing a deck to help ensure you receive the custom deck you want without […]

Lumber prices have risen to record highs due to the stress and strain the pandemic has put on the lumber industry. The costs for lumber rose to more than 1,000 per 1,000 square board feet. Prices have now dropped down to $859 per 1,000, but this is still double the pricing from November of 2020.

Creating the deck of your dreams all starts with using the right materials. At Quaker State Construction, we specialize in providing our clients with quality, durable decks, which is why we trust TimberTech and Aztec construction materials for all of our deck projects. We are confident that these materials will meet your need for a […]

If you are growing tired of repairing and maintaining your old deck, an extreme deck makeover is a great way to make your deck look new without paying the price for a whole new deck. Whether you have a great foundation to your deck, but the board needs replaced, you want to expand the size […]

With the weather warming up and summer just around the corner, now is a great time to start planning your deck replacement or remodel. From choosing the type of material, colors, and finishing touches, there are a variety of factors that go into planning your new deck.

Screen rooms, once a popular feature of many homes, are returning to the scene.  Homeowners still enjoy their enclosed sunrooms, but are seeking more of a connection with the outdoors.  Quaker State Construction, located in Carnegie, PA, sees the increase in popularity partly due to the beautiful fall weather experienced in western Pennsylvania.  If you […]

A new deck is a beautiful addition to any home.  Being able to enjoy your outdoor living space with your friends and family makes the time and money invested even more worthwhile.  So why not make the most of your new space by creating a mecca for entertaining.  From deck accessories to deck lighting, there […]