Chronic stress is linked to the six leading causes of death. As the rising sun imparts a glow to Biscayne Bay, Dr. Ashwin Mehta, 37, steps onto his balcony. From here on the 49th floor, he can see Government Cut, the cruise ship port and AmericanAirlines Arena.
A new deck can add value to your home and increase your living space without the expense of adding a room. The average homeowner spends about $7,000 to build a 200-500 square foot deck, with smaller decks costing as low as $2,000. The cost of your project will depend on factors like size, building materials, and extras to enhance functionality.
If you plan to build the deck yourself, plan to spend $1.50 to $5.00 per square foot for decking and $4 to $6 per square foot for joists and other framing materials. High-end woods such as cedar, redwood and ipe -- Brazilian walnut -- can cost more than twice as much as pressure-treated lumber.