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Nevada County is beautiful, scenic and in many areas serene. Most homes in Nevada County have decks—so folks can enjoy the views, sun and solitude. Nevada County also enjoys autumn and winter-rains and a few days of snow. Due to the four seasons, decks and structural members are exposed to elements year-round, and lack of maintenance can make decks unsafe.
Decks built without permits that are constructed incorrectly, or have inadequate structural members, make these decks unreliable and often dangerous. Failure in building construction may not be immediate. Sometimes deterioration can take place many years after construction.
Continue reading Is Your Deck Safe? Deck Safety for Nevada County Residents