On September 12–13, 2025 in Greenville, SC, the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is collaborating with Legacy Decks Academy to host the inaugural DECKx LIVE (DXL) a high-level mastermind event built exclusively for deck builders and outdoor living professionals.
Deck Expo registration is now open; early bird pricing runs through September 3.
Join We Love Deck Builders host April Edwards for a special episode recorded live from DeckExpo Dallas 2024, with Micheal Beaudry, Executive Director of NADRA, on the final day of the event.
For 21 years, the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) has been the trusted voice of the decking and outdoor living industry. NADRA supports its members through advocacy, education, and programs that ensure safety, quality, and innovation. From initiatives like Deck Safety Month®, to advocacy efforts shaping building codes, professional certifications, and community projects like Deck for a Soldier®, NADRA provides its members with the tools and resources to succeed.
The Power of Partnership Honoring NADRA’s role in our industry
Join Alex and Michael as they dive deep into the history and impact of NADRA, the leading association in the deck industry. Michael shares his journey from the early days of NADRA’s founding in 2004 to its evolution into a cornerstone of the decking world. With nearly two decades of experience, Michael offers valuable insights into the benefits NADRA provides to industry professionals and how it has shaped the standards and growth of the decking community.
In this episode of We Love Deck Builders, host April Edwards, founder of Deck Builder Marketers, sits down with Mike Beaudry, Executive Director of the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA).
Recap of the NADRA Code meeting last week at Simpson Strong Tie’s Manufacturing and Training Center northeast of Dallas.
NADRA's brand-new online community, NADRA Connect, is officially live and open to all NADRA members, including our valued vendor members!
Key-Link Fencing & Railing recently hosted the NADRA team (Mike and Margie Beaudry) for a tour of their facilities in New Holland, PA. Wolf Home Products (Bob Lett), Excelsior Lumber (Rob Block) , NJ Decks and Railings (Bruce and Judy Verblaauw), and Taylor Rae Construction (Jeff Dowling) all joined the NADRA team for the plant tour. This mix of industry pros drove thoughtful conversation and provided different perspectives throughout the day.
