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Planning a deck near the water in Steele Creek or Mountain Island Lake? Slopes, views, moisture and shoreline rules to weigh before you build.
Homes near the water in Steele Creek and around Mountain Island Lake often sit on sloped lots facing a view. A deck is a natural fit. A few points deserve attention before the design is set.
A deck on a sloped lot can be low at the house and high at the far edge. Taller posts, stairs and railings all follow from that, so measure the grade early.
Decide which direction you want to face and when you will use the deck. An afternoon view across the water may also mean strong afternoon sun.
Damp air and shade near water can keep boards wet longer. Choose materials and spacing with that in mind, and plan for regular cleaning.
Land near a lake can be subject to shoreline, buffer or utility rules about what may be built and where. Check with the appropriate authority for your property before you plan anything close to the water.
We build with wood and composite materials. Each has trade-offs in look, care and feel underfoot, and we can walk you through them.
To plan a new deck, a repair or a replacement near the water, call (980) 999-0467.
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