Green Shield Deck Builders upgrades all deck posts from 4x4 wet lumber to 6x6 pre-stained deck posts. With thicker pre-stained deck posts Green Shield is able to provide more stability and improve aesthetics for homeowners. Upgrading your deck posts allows us to make sure your deck is safe and lasts a lifetime.
4x4 Deck Posts
4x4 posts are a standard size you can find at your local hardware store. Code requires that decks be built with 4x4 posts or stronger. Despite regulations, many DIY home builders substitute key structural supports for smaller or low grade alternatives. The decision to build with cheap materials can seriously compromise your deck. Make sure your builder follows all code guidelines and upgrades your posts for added safety whenever possible. If you are unsure about the safety of your deck, schedule a Deck Check.
The Green Shield Difference
"4x4 Deck Posts just don’t last long enough. That’s why Green Shield upgraded to 6x6 Deck Posts!"
- Adam Rought,
CEO & Founder
The Importance of Upgrading
What's the Difference Between a 4x4 and 6x6 Deck Post?
Adam Rought, CEO and Founder of Green Shield Deck Builders explains the difference between 4x4 and 6x6 deck posts.
The Best Foundation
How Green Shield Protects Your Deck From Rot
Green Shield refuses to settle for minimum code, choosing to build with #1 grade southern yellow pine 6x6 posts and RotBloc protection. Our team engineered this premier standard to ensure the deck’s foundation remains stable and rot-free for a lifetime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Deck Posts
Homeowners often wonder if upgrading their deck posts is really worth it. After building more than [var:totalDecksBuilt] Green Shield knows that it is.
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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’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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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.