How to Build a Deck for Beginners A to Z

Let me show you how to build a trellis with just 4 pieces of PT wood (redesigned). The secret is a routed channel made to fit livestock fence. Cut two 4x4s to five feet. Trim the fence panel to four using a cutoff tool. After measuring wire thickness, match to a router straight bit. The top and bottom will use 2x4s. Use one as a guide screwed to the side. Some routers have a baseplate that matches a standard 3.5” width. If your lumber is too wet or thick, your router might struggle. Start at a l

Important Detail. Fully sheath the wall between house and garage BEFORE trades start. Move as many outlets/panels to other walls if possible so reducing the air flow between spaces. Don’t forget to full tape & seal this sheathing. We don’t want ANY communication (air flow) between houses and garages. Also, don’t put any hvac systems in garages. They leak air and we want zero hvac outside our air conditioned envelope. Thanks for having me out to Raleigh @buildersfirstsource ! We did a full hour o