Michigan weather is hard on decks. Here are some common safety concerns and dangers to look for.
Green Shield Decks
- Lifetime Warranty
- Rice Hull Core
- Fully Capped
- KDAT Framinng
- Rot-block Protection
Common Deck Failures Seen in Michigan and What Green Shield Does About Them
How Bad Can a Deck Get?
Bad Deck Tour
Adam Rought, CEO & Founder of Green Shield Deck Builders tours a bad deck in Michigan to show just how bad it can get.
Don't Wait Until it is Too Late
Every Deck Matters
Each year, over [var:injuriesPerYear] people suffer injuries from deck failures. As a NADRA Safety Ambassador, Green Shield conducts a 20-Point NADRA Deck Check during every visit, identifying hidden decay to ensure your structure remains reliably engineered.
"The last thing we want at any construction site is moisture and water. It’s the enemy of a well built home, deck, or any construction project"
- Adam Rought,
CEO & Founder, Green Shield Deck Builders
Moisture Threatens Your Deck
Moisture is the enemy of a deck. Rain, snow, and even sprinklers can cause decks to fail over time. Traditional wood deck boards require yearly maintenance to keep moisture from rotting out your deck. Off-the-shelf composite boards might look good for a while, but eventually will fail increasing your risk of injury.
Maintenance Costs
Regular staining, painting, and/or sanding can cost both time and up to $3,000 per year
Wood Filler
Most composites on the market today rely on wood-filler, allowing moisture to infiltrate the deck board causing it to swell and degrade over time.
Moisture Resistant Advantages of Green Shield
Green Shield composite deck boards are designed to resist moisture, rot, and mildew.
Highlights of services from Green Shield Deck Builders
- Best in industry warranty
- [var:yearsInBusiness]+ years of quality decks
- Over [var:happyCustomers] happy customers
Defense Against Moisture
KDAT Deck Framing
Standard "wet" lumber warps, creating wavy surfaces and hazards. Green Shield uses premier, KDAT framing materials, ensuring a homeowner’s deck remains reliable and beautiful for a lifetime.
Protected Deck Posts
In Michigan, ground-contact moisture and insects cause standard deck posts to rot, risking premature failure. Green Shield refuses these vulnerable methods. Our team utilizes premier engineering and RotBloc to isolate the deck's pots, ensuring every homeowner’s foundation remains as durable as it is beautiful.
America's #1 Deck Board
Rice Hull Composite
Green Shield protects the surface of your deck from its core. Using premier rice hull composite to resist moisture and protect your deck from mold, rot, and mildew.
Protect Your Deck with the Best
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Failures
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Every year more than 55,000 people are injured by a deck or wood porch. In 2022-2023 the Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated more than 30,000 seniors ages 65 years and older were injured due to a fall on a deck, porch, or balcony. With more than half of the 60 million decks in the United States in need of repair or replacement, your deck should be checked annually for issues. Use the following short checklist to get started and be sure to contact Green Shield for assistance.
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Green Shield Deck Builders offers free Deck Checks because it is important to raise awareness around deck safety. Every year over [var:injuriesPerYear] people are injured on decks. Green Shield wants to make sure you, your family, and friends can enjoy quality time on the deck. Faulty railings, loose deck boards, and hidden moisture are all risks to your family and friends. Don’t hesitate to have a Green Shield Deck Designer check your deck.
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Your 20-point Deck Check will be conducted by your personal Green Shield Deck Designer. They will visit your home to look at your current deck and surrounding structures. As employees of Green Shield, our Deck Designers are trained and trusted to provide expert decking advice to homeowners.
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Green Shield’s NADRA partnership is part of our commitment to year-round deck safety. As a NADRA Safety Ambassador, Green Shield Deck Builders helps to raise awareness of the risks bad decks pose and provides options to homeowners. Our Deck Checks are free of charge. Homeowners are encouraged to have their deck inspected annually.
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Yes! Green Shield engineers America’s #1 pet-friendly decks, prioritizing safety for every family member. High-performance rice hull composite features fully capped, scratch-resistant technology that remains slip-resistant and VOC-free. With heat-blocking innovation and mold resistance, these reliably engineered decks provide a premier, lifetime warrantied space for pets and homeowners alike.
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The duration of your Deck Check depends on the size, age, and materials of your existing structure. Green Shield designers are trained to identify rot and mildew, which may require accessing framing or moving furniture. To ensure a thorough safety evaluation, please allow a minimum of 90 minutes for the appointment.