Find out how to fill in all the required quote details quickly and accurately.
Scope
Under Scope, complete the following
Select the Job Type
Open the Job Type dropdown.
Choose either the Build or Replace deck option, or the Reface option
If you select Reface:
You may proceed directly to building the deck.
No structural selections (such as Joist Material or Joist Spacing) are required.
If you select Build or Replace Deck:
Please continue to the Structural Materials section in this guide
Include Fascia That Matches the Decking (Optional)
To include matching fascia, check the box (it will turn green with a white checkmark).
To exclude it, leave the box unchecked (it will appear white).
Demo Costs
If demolition is required, enter the square feet and Height (feet) of the deck
Logistics
Under logistics, answer each dropdown question:
Is a permit required?
Does this job require an engineer?
Does this job require a septic tank inspection?
Configure New Deck Options (At least one required)
Go to the Configure New Deck Options section
For Option 1, Option 2, or Option 3, select both a Decking Type and a Railing Type from the dropdown lists. Available options depend on each tenant’s setup.
When a railing type that supports multiple rail cap styles is selected, DeckMetrix will prompt you to choose a rail cap in the Additional Railing Configuration section from the available options.
Select the appropriate option from the Rail Cap Style dropdown to continue. For example, when you select Fulton
When you expand any option(Option 1, Option 2, or Option3 ) by clicking the expand arrow, scroll to the bottom of the page.
You will see the Accessories section
For instructions on how to add accessories, please refer to the attached user guide: Adding Accessories When Creating a Quote
Create Deck Box – Structural Materials
Under Create Deck Box, set the height and assign edge types. Then complete the structural selections:
The canvas will display the structural options (as shown in the screenshot below).
Before using the canvas to draw the deck, select:
A Joist Material from the dropdown.
A Joist Spacing from the dropdown.
Both selections are required to activate the canvas.
Select Joist Material
Open the Joist Material dropdown.
Choose either 2x8 or 2x10.
Select Joist Spacing
Open the Joist Spacing dropdown next to Joist Material.
Choose either 12 or 16.
Add miscellaneous costs
If you would like to add any additional miscellaneous costs that might be necessary for the job: Reminder, this is your cost, not the cost to the homeowner
Locate the Materials ($) field and enter any additional costs in the textbox.
Locate the Labor ($) field and enter any additional costs in the Misc Labor textbox.
Type the value directly into the text box
To adjust with the spinner, click the Up button to increase by 1
Click the down button to decrease by 1
If You Encounter Any Challenges While Creating a Deckbox, Stair, or Bump-out
If you experience any difficulties while creating a Deckbox and adding a Stair, Landing, or Bumpout to it, there are guides available to assist you:
Click on Search for Help.
In the text box that appears, type the keyword of the item, for example, Deckbox, Landing, Stair, or Bump-out.
Open the relevant guide and follow the step-by-step instructions.