Deck Safety

10-Point Deck Safety Checklist

Before the warm weather kicks in, take a few minutes to check your deck for signs of wear, damage, or safety issues. Use this free 10-point safety checklist—courtesy of our friends at NADRA—to make sure your deck is ready for a safe and stress-free summer.

Deck Inspection Guide for Contractors

If you're a deck builder or contractor, this deck evaluation checklist is a great tool to make sure no detail gets overlooked. Use it during your inspections to spot issues early and keep every project up to code.

Preparing for Your Deck Consultation

Thinking about building a new deck? This safety-focused guide walks you through what to expect when meeting with a contractor. Know what questions to ask, what details matter most, and how to make the most of your initial consultation.

Deck Safety First: Protect What Matters Most

Your deck should be a place for relaxation—not risk. That’s why we support the mission of the North American Decking & Railing Association (NADRA), whose “Educate. Inspect. Correct.” campaign helps raise awareness about deck safety nationwide.

Each May, NADRA leads Deck Safety Month, reminding homeowners to inspect their decks before summer begins. As a proud NADRA member, Hometown Builders Unlimited is fully committed to these safety initiatives—because a safe deck isn’t optional. It’s essential.

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NADRA’s 10-Point Deck Safety Checklist for Homeowners

NADRA’s 10-point checklist is a quick and easy tool every homeowner can use to assess the safety of their deck. It walks you through key areas to check—like posts, joists, and ledger boards—for signs of rot, damage, or structural wear.

The checklist also covers important details like loose fasteners, wobbly railings, damaged lighting, and potential safety hazards in the surrounding area. It’s a simple way to spot issues early and know when it’s time to call in a pro for repairs or replacement.

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NADRA’s Deck Evaluation Checklist for Contractors

NADRA’s Deck Evaluation Checklist is a comprehensive tool designed to help contractors thoroughly inspect every critical part of a deck—from ledger attachments and footings to joists, railings, stairs, and surfaces.

It’s a step-by-step guide that ensures nothing gets missed, whether you're evaluating a brand-new build or inspecting an older structure for safety and code compliance. With clearly defined criteria for each component, this checklist brings consistency and confidence to every professional deck inspection.