Deck Expo is an annual event that we have attended for the past 8 years (minus some Covid years). But some people have never been and wonder if it's worth the time/money investment. We think so... and here's our list of "Why's". Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Oct 16, 2023•53 min•Ep. 223
Is it Fall or Autumn? Either way, it marks a time when you should do some maintenance on your deck as summer winters and winter looms. What kind of maintenance depends on what kind of deck you have. Wade and Shane discuss your top tips for end of sumer deck maintenance. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop ...
Oct 10, 2023•37 min•Ep. 222
Live from Deck Expo 2022, Shane and Wade sit down at the Regal Ideas booth with Dr. Decks, Wes Kain and other exciting guests to talk about the show and Regal Ideas products, installations, programs and more! Very exciting episode! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Oct 02, 2023•47 min•Ep. 221
Shane talks about the risks of hiring a contractor for your deck project and what you can do to minimize your chance of getting burned. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 25, 2023•28 min•Ep. 220
Wade and Shane review a list of the most important considerations homeowners should made when planning a new deck project. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 18, 2023•42 min•Ep. 219
Our old friend Scott Kelly from Precision Construction joins us for an unscripted and honest chat about how the decking industry circle has changed over the years. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 218
Owens Corning® Lumber is a rotproof, rustproof composite alternative to traditional wood and steel. Designed to install like the lumber you use every day. Made to last. At DeckExpo 2022, Owens Corning introduced this new deck framing to the public. Wade and Shane shot a LIVE episode from the Owens Corning booth and interviewed Gord South (Wood Bully), Nick Stevens (Legacy Decks), Tony McKlem (Hollywood Decks) and Jimmy Wear (Owens Corning) about this game changing product! Learn more at: https:/...
Jul 18, 2023•57 min•Ep. 216
This is a big one. We review 5 big brands of composite and PVC decking, and each line within those brands, to discuss their pros and cons, and who should use what line for what purpose. It's a big one, full of nothing but our opinions. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https:/...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 215
We're baaaaaaack! After a much too long hiatus, Wade and Shane are finally back on the podcast seen and ready to tackle 2023. In this episode, we discuss some product issues that have popped up in 2023 so far, and what we expect for the rest of the season! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theult...
Jul 03, 2023•52 min•Ep. 214
Wade and Shane scour the internet for the top 10 most interesting statistics about outdoor living. Let's discuss! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Feb 13, 2023•24 min•Ep. 213
Better to learn now and enjoy later - so Wade and Shane discuss 10 things you should consider before you go building that composite deck. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Feb 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 212
It's never too early to start planning your deck project - because we PROMISE things will take longer to figure out than you think. Here are 5 reasons why NOW is the time to start planning that spring project. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdecksho...
Jan 23, 2023•29 min•Ep. 210
Letting go is a very difficult thing to do - whether it's employees, processes, or habits. That fear of change is almost always holding you back. Let's discuss. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Jan 16, 2023•31 min•Ep. 211
We asked ChatGPT what the top 10 business things contractors should work on in the offseason. Here is what "it" said. And we discuss. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Jan 09, 2023•44 min•Ep. 209
November got a little hairy for us between Deck Expo, Grey Cup, Contractor Events, and Agribition. Let's chat about it. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Jan 05, 2023•46 min•Ep. 208
TENS is a weekly short format episode released in between full episodes where leaders in our industry give their thoughts, opinions, and stories in 10 minutes or less - uninterrupted. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Nov 10, 2022•10 min•Ep. 205
Shane and Wade discuss some ideas on how to give back to your community: both local and industry. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Nov 07, 2022•47 min•Ep. 207
Here are ten product improvements we would love to see manufacturers tackle. Are we asking too much? Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 206
TENS is a weekly short format episode released in between full episodes where leaders in our industry give their thoughts, opinions, and stories in 10 minutes or less - uninterrupted. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Nov 03, 2022•4 min•Ep. 204
TENS is a weekly short format episode released in between full episodes where leaders in our industry give their thoughts, opinions, and stories in 10 minutes or less - uninterrupted. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Oct 27, 2022•7 min•Ep. 203
TENS is a weekly short format episode released in between full episodes where leaders in our industry give their thoughts, opinions, and stories in 10 minutes or less - uninterrupted. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Oct 20, 2022•5 min•Ep. 201
Shane and Wade discuss some of the unforeseen troubles with switching to the retail side of the business. Spoiler Alert: don't do it for the money. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Oct 19, 2022•51 min•Ep. 202
The Ultimate Deck Podcast // Should You Tackle the Whole Backyard? // Episode 196 Most deck builders stick to JUST building the deck, and they leave the rest of the yard to other contractors. But here are 8 decent reasons why you might want to consider beefing up your business to tackle full backyard renos. Visit our retail stores in Regina and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan! Or shop online at https://www.tuds.ca
Oct 10, 2022•47 min•Ep. 200
In this episode Bryce and Wade discuss what you can do to keep your composite deck looking good for years to come https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 24, 2022•49 min•Ep. 199
In this episode Bryce and Wade discuss some of the common myths about big box stores and why its almost always better to buy from a local lumber yard. https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 19, 2022•40 min•Ep. 198
In this episode Shane and Jacob discuss 5 reasons why it might be a better idea to build a deck rather than a patio https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Sep 12, 2022•25 min•Ep. 197
In this episode Shane and Bryce discuss 15 common fears that contractors and business owners may run into. If you're interested in hiring our team to help with your advertising send an email to Creative@tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Aug 27, 2022•57 min•Ep. 196
In this episode Shane and Bryce talk about the pros and cons of building in different seasons and weigh in on the best season to build a deck or have a deck built by contractors https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdeckshop...
Aug 20, 2022•38 min•Ep. 195
This episode is best enjoyed with the accompanying Youtube video: https://youtu.be/bB2SZBETKmw Shane, Bryce and Jacob do the hot ones challenge and answer controversial deck questions while trying to stay cool! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.tuds.ca https://www.tuds.ca/podshop https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.tiktok.com/@theultimatedeckshop https://twitter.com/theultdecksh...
Aug 13, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 194
In this episode Bryce, Kyler and Jacob take over the Podcast and discuss some marketing tips as well as the benefits of marketing your business Check out everything TUDS MEDIA at http://tudsmedia.ca/
Aug 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 193