Deck Inspection
Closer Look Home Inspectors · InterNACHI Certified · Mankato, MN
More than 2 million decks are built and replaced each year in North America.
InterNACHI estimates that of the 45 million existing decks, only 40% are completely safe.
Because decks appear to be simple to build, many people do not realize that decks are, in fact, structures that need to be designed to adequately resist certain stresses. Like any other house or building, a deck must be designed to
support the weight of people, snow loads, and objects.
What’s Inspected?
- Stairs
- Deck Boards
- Railings
- Any Other Areas
What does a deck inspection check in Mankato?
Our deck inspection evaluates the ledger board connection to the house, structural posts and footings, joists and beams, decking surface condition, railing height and spacing, stairway safety, fastener condition, and signs of rot or insect damage. Southern Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycles are particularly hard on deck structures.
How often should decks be inspected in Blue Earth County?
We recommend having your deck professionally inspected every 3-5 years in Blue Earth County, or immediately if you notice any bouncing, wobbling, loose railings, or visible rot. Southern Minnesota's harsh winters with heavy snow loads, combined with summer humidity, accelerate deck deterioration faster than in milder climates.
What are common deck problems in Mankato homes?
The most common deck issues we find in Mankato include deteriorated ledger board connections (the #1 cause of deck collapses), rotting posts at ground level, inadequate footings that frost heave, missing or loose railings, improper baluster spacing, and water damage from lack of maintenance.
Areas We Serve
North Mankato |
St. Peter |
New Ulm |
Waseca |
Owatonna |
Fairmont |
Blue Earth |
Le Sueur |
Sleepy Eye |
Hutchinson |
Redwood Falls |
Lake Crystal |
Nicollet |
Springfield |
Madelia |
Gaylord |
Arlington |
Radon Testing |
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Also serving: Courtland, Comfrey, Hanska, Gibbon, Winthrop, Morgan, Henderson, Belle Plaine, Litchfield, New Prague, Le Center, Waterville, Janesville & all of Southern Minnesota
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Closer Look Home Inspectors | (507) 721-3820 | Serving Southern Minnesota