About this episode

This episode discusses recent changes in the decking industry and provides essential information for contractors and homeowners planning for the 2026 deck season.

A lot has changed in the decking industry in just the last 30 days - new acquisitions, new products, new cost pressures - and if you're planning a deck this year, whether you're a contractor quoting jobs or a homeowner getting ready to build, there's some stuff you need to know. We're going to walk you through all of it, and by the end of this episode you'll know exactly how to navigate the 2026 deck season like a pro.

People in this episode

Host: Shane Chapman

Topics covered

• decking industry
• new products
• cost pressures
• contractor advice
• homeowner tips

Keywords

• decking
• 2026
• contractor
• homeowner
• new products
• cost pressures

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: decking industry

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