Erlanger is a mix of mid century housing and newer development in Kenton County, so both replacement and new build work are common here.
On the older streets the frame under an existing deck is the first thing to establish.
A mid century house often carries a deck old enough that the honest question is whether the structure has years left in it. If the ledger, footings and posts are sound, resurfacing in composite is far cheaper than starting again. If they are not, we say so rather than putting a long life board on a short life frame.
Much of the older housing here sits on established lots with grown trees, which means shade, slower drying and more debris on the deck. That points toward capped boards that clean easily and toward keeping airflow under a low deck.
Every photograph is a Prime Home Improvements project, taken after the work was finished.
Flexible financing options available through Hearth. Spread the cost of your deck or outdoor space over monthly payments instead of paying for the whole project up front.
It comes down to the ledger and its flashing, the footings, the posts at ground contact and the joist spacing. We inspect all four for free and price both options where both are genuinely viable.
It does not damage a capped board, but leaf litter left sitting will stain over a season. Soap, water and a soft brush handles it. Keep a pressure washer well back if you use one at all.
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