About Dan Donavin Expertise I can answer questions regarding planning, repairing, hiring contractors, and building decks, stairs, landings, and most residential outdoor woodwork. I know the building codes for my surrounding counties but I cannot answer specific question on passing inspections unless it is something nationwide.
Experience I have 10 years of carpentry experience and the last five years owning my own company. I currently build, repair and replace stairs and decking for new construction, remodeling, and commercial customers. I am often called on to bring stairs and decks up to code in new construction sites. I have used most new types of decking, railing, post, and fencing materials that are on the market.
Organizations Habit for Humanity
Concrete Network
Education/Credentials College of Dupage two years business and sales coursework
Expert: Dan Donavin Date: 7/14/2008 Subject: Pergola
Question We are going to build a pergola and want to go with a wood type structure. Our question is do you feel cedar or marine pressure treated wood would be best suited, Longivity, etc. We live in Central Florida, Hot summers, mild winters.
Answer Hi Connie,
Marine treated lumber will hold up longer when exposed all year round without sealing. Cedar will hold up pretty well and a sealer like one time wood every 7 to 8 years will keep it beautiful for many years.
Good Luck
Dan Donavin
Gorgeous Stone Stucco Tile Corp.
gorgeousbuilders@yahoo.com
