The Ultimate Deck Podcast
The Ultimate Deck Podcast is your go-to show for everything backyard building — from decks and railings to patios, pergolas, and fences. Whether you’re a DIY homeowner planning your dream outdoor space or a contractor looking for smarter tools and materials, this podcast delivers expert advice, product insights, and real-world tips to help you build better. Hosted by Shane Chapman from The Ultimate Deck Shop, each episode tackles common questions, new trends, and industry know-how — with zero fluff and lots of practical value.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 267
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Ideas On How to Give Back to Your Community // Episode 199
Shane and Wade discuss some ideas on how to give back to your community: both local and industry.
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Ten Product Improvements We Would Like to See // Episode 198
Here are ten product improvements we would love to see manufacturers tackle. Are we asking too much?
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TENS 3 // Mike Mitchell from Mitchell Construction
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.
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TENS 2 // Kevin Choquette from Ravin Builders
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.
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TENS 1 // Scott Kelly from Precision Construction
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.
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So You Want to Open Retail // Episode 197
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.
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Should You Tackle the Whole Backyard? // Episode 196
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 h…
Protect Your Deck - Maintaining Composite Decks // Episode 195
In this episode Bryce and Wade discuss what you can do to keep your composite deck looking good for years to come
Myth Busting - Big Box Hardware Stores: Why You Should Buy From Your Local Lumber Yard // Episode 194
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.
Patios vs Decks - 5 Reasons Why You Should Build a Deck Instead of a Patio // Episode 193
In this episode Shane and Jacob discuss 5 reasons why it might be a better idea to build a deck rather than a patio
How To Solve Common Business Fears As A Contractor // Episode 192
In this episode Shane and Bryce discuss 15 common fears that contractors and business owners may run into.
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Why Summer Sucks For Building Decks // Episode 191
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
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Hot Wings And Hotter Questions // Episode 190
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…
Are you Being Seen? : The Benefits of Marketing Your Business // TUDS Media Takeover
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
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The Future of Fortress Steel Framing // Sponsored by Fortress Steel Framing
Shane and Wade sit down with Tim Sandlund and Kevin Burt to discuss the future of Fortress Building Products.
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Viewer Questions and The Worst Projects We’ve Seen // Episode 189
In this episode Shane, Wade and Kyler answer some viewer questions and discuss the worst projects they've ever seen
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Top 10 Deck Boards of 2022 Season...so far // Episode 188
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Unexpected Expectations of getting a deck built // Episode 187
Every project has its hiccups. Even when you plan out every last detail. Let's talk about the things that can go wrong with any build and why your should expect them to so you don't end up frustrated…
Why these Builders Switched to Deckorators // Sponsored by Deckorators
Shane and Wade sit down with Nick Larr, Jason Varney, Blake Carter and Kevin Choquette to discuss what made them make the switch to Deckorators.
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How do Decks Fall off Houses? // Episode 186
This problem seems to be coming up in the news more and more, each time it happens the injuries people sustain seem to be more severe. Shane, Wade and Bryce discuss decks falling off houses and who s…