As winter fades, one of the most common questions we get is: when can you actually start building? The answer depends less on the calendar — and more on the ground. 1. It’s All About the Frost Winnipeg winters freeze the ground deep, and that affects when construction can begin. What Needs to Happen:

Spring in Winnipeg is when backyard plans start to turn into real projects. But before the first board goes down, the planning stage is where the success of your deck is decided. Here’s what you should be thinking about before you build. 1. How You Actually Plan to Use the Space A deck