WHO IS JASON RUSSELL?
Name: Jason Russell
Age: 52
Where do you live: Tacoma, Washington
Profession: Deck Builder
Social media: drdecks
How long have you been active in your profession and how did you come to start working as a…:
I’ve been building decks for over 30 years. It’s all I’ve ever done.
Short presentation about yourself:
Jason Russell is the Wild Child of deck building and design. His creative out-of-the-box thinking has brought to life the most amazing, innovative and award winning one of a kind outdoor living spaces. He is known worldwide as Dr.Decks.
Favorite tools:
My favorite tools are my Heatcon Silicone heating blankets.
Favorite garments from Blåkläder:
I like the rip stop pants with pockets, rip stop shorts with pockets, stretch pants and Blaklader hoodie (all in black)
Do you have a hidden talent / fun fact?
I’m an expert in manipulating man made decking and railing products.
If you were an animal, what would you be?
A Black panther
What does the perfect work day look like?
A perfect work day is when I fire on all 8 cylinders and make good progress with my team of artisans.
What are your interests?
I enjoy flying drones, riding choppers, stand up jet skiing and riddling in my wife’s classic C4 corvette convertible and cranking some great tunes
Favorite song?
My favorite song is Knock em dead kid by Motley Crue
If you could eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Mod Pizza with a cauliflower crust.
Summer or winter?
Summer for certain
What would you not take with you if your house burned down?
I would leave my Viking appliances to burn as I am extremely disappointed with their performance
Name three things from your bucket list.
Visit Australia
Visit NYC
Own a Lamborghini
If you had to choose a TV series to live in, what would it be?
The Deck Doctor (never made it to a national series)
What does your life look like in five years?
I will be building decks for the digital content it provides for my social media channels
What superpower would you like?
Ability to generate incredible wealth
If you had your own slogan, what would it be?!
Dr.Decks: Your Prescription For Quality
What message (if any) would you have to encourage the men and women in the trades?
Keep grinding, never stop. You can only count on yourself. Nobody will work as hard as you will when it’s your business.