Summer’s over, winter is coming, and you didn’t get your deck built like you thought you would…is there still time? The short answer is, yes! You can still have your deck built this year. It may seem counterintuitive to have a deck built in late fall or winter, because you won’t get to use it [...]
Are you a new homeowner or looking to buy a house for the first time? Or looking for a gift for a new homeowner? A well-stocked home toolkit can help you take good care of your investment. Whether you tackle big home improvement projects or stick to DIY basics like putting furniture together, hanging artwork, [...]
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new development here at Outdoor Solutions: our new mobile showroom! We built a showroom in a trailer that will allow us to bring new deck and home remodel ideas right to your door. From materials for your new deck to options for your next remodel or addition, you’ll have [...]
A low-maintenance deck allows you to expand your living space and enjoy the outdoors without having to spend all of your time working to keep it looking and functioning at its best. But there are a lot of decisions to make before building a deck. For instance, you need to consider your budget, what layout [...]
If you’re looking to jump into home ownership with a fixer-upper, there are a few things you need to think about before you buy. When you take on a home remodel, you enter into a season filled with decision making, unexpected delays, and constant budget adjustments. It can quickly become overwhelming, so it’s important to [...]
If building a new deck is on your wish list this year, now is the time to start thinking about the details — including what material you will choose to build your deck with. While pressure-treated wood decking has long been a favorite choice for homeowners looking to build a cost-effective deck, recent increases in [...]
It may be hard to believe, but spring will be here before you know it. Now is the time to start thinking about upgrades to your outdoor living spaces. From planning a new deck to shopping for new patio furniture, there is a lot you can do right now to prepare for spring…even during the [...]
As fall ushers in shorter days and crisp air, we begin the process of getting our outdoor spaces ready for winter: prepping our garden beds, putting away the yard games, and maintaining the exterior of our homes. Fall is also the time to clean up our decks and consider how we can protect them from [...]
Fall is a great time to power wash your deck, while temperatures are still comfortable for outdoor projects and before they drop below freezing at night. Annual power washing is an important part of your deck’s preventive maintenance. It helps keep your deck looking and functioning at its best, extending its life and saving you [...]
While the summer sun is shining, it’s easy and enjoyable to spend time on our decks, patios, and other outdoor spaces. But what about when the sun goes down? Adding lighting to your deck creates a warm, welcoming ambience and makes your outdoor space safer to navigate after dark. It also allows you to extend [...]
