All Green Shield decks are properly permitted and built to last a lifetime. For homeowners looking to achieve a "floating" deck aesthetic Green Shield offers composite skirting and railing free designs. Additionally our deck stairs come in a range of styles that can be selected to fit the needs of your project including: 4ft wide, deep step, and cascading step options.
Floating Deck
True floating decks are unattached, self-supporting platforms resting on ground-level footings like concrete blocks. Some jurisdictions waive permit requirements for these types of decks if they are under 30 inches high and 200 square feet. While floating decks offer ease of installation, addressing their inherent problems is vital for long-term value. Typical floating deck failures stem from poor drainage, soil erosion, and lack of ventilation, causing them to rot out within 5 to 10 years. Be sure to ask your deck builder about mitigation techniques and structural alternatives that will achieve the same aesthetic goals for your project.
Green Shield builds railing free composite skirted decks as a longer lasting alternative to "floating" styles.
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A Better Way to "Float"
Adam Rought, CEO and Founder of Green Shield Deck Builders explains why composite skirting on a traditional deck frame is a better choice than a "floating" deck.
Railing Free Deck Designs
All the vistas none of the railing.
Keep the view open with a railing free deck design from Green Shield Deck Builders.
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Free Deck Check and Estimate
Get a "floating" aesthetic that will last a lifetime, without the staining, painting, and sealing.
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Common Questions about Floating Deck
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Yes! Green Shield is known for handling permits for every project. Year round, our permitting department works with local municipalities to make sure your deck is safe, up to local ordinances, and inside your property lines. Permits can be a headache for homeowners and can cost $1000 or more on top of construction costs. Green Shield includes the cost of permitting in our flat rate quote, giving homeowners peace of mind.