Tools Needed to Build a Pool Deck

Building a pool deck is a great way to extend your living space while increasing the value of your home. You can save money by building the deck yourself. Having the proper tools on hand can make the project go smoother and make a huge difference in how the deck looks. A tape measure, level, shovel, circular saw, hammer and drill are all necessary to build a fantastic pool deck.

Tape Measure

A tape measure is a very important tool when building a pool deck. It is used to measure the length of the pool. The pool length is then multiplied by the number of sides you want the pool deck to have. The tape measure is also used to measure the height of the pool. Add two feet to the height of the pool to get the height of the pool deck. You also need it to measure the post that will support the deck walls.

Level

After the posts for the deck are created and inserted into the holes, the level is used to make sure they are even before pouring the gravel or concrete.

Shovel

A shovel is mostly used to dig holes for the posts at the beginning of the project. It also is used to shovel gravel into the holes to hold the posts before putting in the concrete.

Circular saw

A circular saw is used to cut the posts. It is used quite often to cut 90 degree angles. The posts for the pool deck need precise cuts and a circular saw creates those cuts with little to no effort. They are also great for quick cuts.

Hammer

The hammer is frequently usedwhen building the pool deck. It is used to hammer in nails of different sizes. Although there are many sizes and styles of hammers, a standard hammer is sufficient for nailing nails into the frame and walls of the pool deck.

Drill

Some of the heavy duty screws used in the pool deck wall and frame require a drill to be fastened down. It is important to get a good drill with a driver set for the different screws that are needed. Make sure you have an extra battery for this project size.