Maintenance, proper materials key to safe decks

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Over 2 million decks are built each year in the United States, but according to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, only 40 percent of them are considered completely safe.

Deck safety was brought to light after the recent collapse of a deck at a North Carolina beach house. At least 21 people were reportedly injured.

Home building officials say that deck collapses can be prevented by utilizing the proper building materials, especially when it comes to fastening the deck to your house.

Todd Areno, of Areno Construction, said, "We like to try and use a galvanized bolt or an exterior screw."

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Maintenance, proper materials key to safe decks