Do It Yourself

For those who like to get their hands dirty, building a Trex® deck yourself is definitely an option. Trex products are easy to install, and experienced DIY folks are often very comfortable working with them.

Should I Do It Myself?

But just to be safe, take our short "Should I Do it Myself?" quiz below to make sure this is a project you can take on yourself. Roll over each question to learn a little more before choosing your answer.

#1. Can you commit the time it takes to install the deck?

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YES NO

#2. Are you physically able to install the deck?

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YES NO

#3. Do you have the appropriate permits?

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YES NO

#4. Have you looked into any building code or zoning requirements?

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YES NO

#5. Did you check to see where your utilities run underground?

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YES NO

#6. Do you have the necessary tools?

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REQUIRED TOOLS:
Carpenter's level Chalk line Chisel Circular saw Claw hammer Crescent wrench Drills and bits Dust mask Extension cord Framing square Gloves Hand saw Hoe and hose	Ladder Mallet Nail set Pencils Pick Plumb tool Post hole digger Rafter square Ruler Safety glasses Screwdrivers Shims or spacers Shovel	Socket wrench Stakes and batterboards String Tamper Tape measure Trex Gapping Tool TrexExpress™ Railing Tool Tool belt Two-foot level Wheelbarrow

YES NO

If you answered mostly "NO," you may not have all the time and resources to build the deck you really want. We recommend contacting our extensive network of TrexPro® contractors to find the best partner in building your dream deck.

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