EP 56: Florida Decks & Docks: Best Materials, Costs, and Design Tips

Florida Decks & Docks: Best Materials, Costs, and Design Tips

Thinking about building or upgrading your deck in Florida? 🛠️

Learn the ins and outs of Florida deck installation from a top industry expert.

In this episode of the Home Design Podcast, host Adam Kayce sits down with Alexis Camelio of Decks and Docks, an expert in marine construction and outdoor materials, to break down everything you need to know about Florida deck installation

We discuss synthetic vs. natural wood, IPE maintenance, cost comparisons, exotic hardwoods, trends in Florida decking, seawalls and pilings, and what to consider before starting a deck project.

Whether you're a homeowner or contractor, this episode is packed with tips, trends, and insider advice from one of the leading names in the outdoor building industry.

🌴 In the episode, you’ll learn what lasts in Florida’s climate and how to build a deck that looks amazing and holds up for years.

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Enjoy Episode 56 of the Home Design Podcast!

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0:00 Intro
0:58 Who is Alexis Camelio
1:25 Decks and Docks' Dog Rescue Charity 
2:28 About Decks and Docks
5:14 Company Culture & Customer Experience 
6:12 Choosing Materials: What Most People Get Wrong
9:43 Cost, Longevity & Maintenance
13:00 Choosing the right wood for your project
14:33 Installation Process & Common Mistakes
16:54 Exotic Woods, IPE Maintenance & Mixing Materials
21:42 Budget Truths & Long-Term Planning
24:07 Sustainability & DIY Possibilities
25:50 Trends & Color Popularity in Florida
30:20 Rapid fire: best product for…
32:30 Glass railings
34:55 Maintenance Myths
35:55 The best products
39:20 Seawalls & Pilings: What You Should Know
42:26 Aesthetics, HOAs, Permits & Codes
47:20 Are tariffs impacting the industry
48:20 Unexpected Project Factors
49:50 Questions to ask before hiring a contractor
52:00  Most Memorable Projects & Personal Picks
55:15 Decks & Docks Growth & Team Expertise
58:00 Contact decks and docks 
58:43 Final Thoughts
59:25 Closing

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