It would be impossible to list every reason anyone has ever wanted to upgrade their deck, but there are a few common ones. The bottom line is, like any other home renovation, the process is designed to make your life better. To that end, it's always a good idea to discuss honestly with your contractor what you want to achieve with the renovations. Whether you want to incorporate a design feature that reminds you Grandmother's old deck, or a cosmetic aspect you like about a friend's deck, or simply want more space, your contractor has likely worked with similar reasons in the past and will know how to incorporate your vision with building codes and safety features to design and build a beautiful deck for you and your family.
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