Winter is rough on things that are typically kept outdoors. Your shed might look a little worse for wear, outdoor furniture is sitting under weeks-worth of snow. Structures like your deck may be suffering from the cold too. Freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and cycles of thawing and refreezing can quietly weaken boards, joists, and fasteners. Many homeowners don’t notice the warning signs until spring, when repairs become more expensive and safety becomes a real concern. Here’s a look at five signs that your deck has had structural winter damage.
