This blog was originally published in June of 2021 and was updated in March of 2025. When it comes to creating an enjoyable outdoor space in your yard, bigger isn’t always better. Even a small yard can become a space where you love to spend your time. Imagine sipping your morning coffee or evening nightcap [...]
As homeowners, we tend to think that only major home improvements will increase our home’s resale value. But in reality, smaller improvements can have a big impact. For example, a basic, small to mid-sized deck is an affordable project that adds functional outdoor space to your home—something that really appeals to home buyers. Deck projects [...]
If you’re planning to add a deck to your home, or replace an existing deck, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is what type of decking material you want your deck built from. A growing trend among homeowners today is to choose materials that are environmentally friendly. If sustainability is important to you [...]
Imagine this: you’re sitting on your new deck with a cool drink in hand, the sun on your face, the summer breeze blowing through your hair, and the sound of the kids playing off in the distance. Ahhhh…bliss! Adding a deck to your home can bring a lot of enjoyment to your life. It gives [...]
If you’re planning a deck build this spring, there are a number of factors to consider. From size and layout to materials and special features, it’s important to think through everything you want in a deck before you schedule a build. In other words, there’s a lot more to planning a deck build than you’d [...]
Want a new deck, but dread the cost or time a rebuild will take? Consider a re-deck and re-rail! You don’t always have to tear down your entire deck to get a fresh new look: in many cases, you can simply update the decking fascia and railing. This is called re-decking. While it’s not right [...]
Are you planning on building a deck this year? If you are, there are a lot of decisions you’ll need to make before you can get started. Determining what type of deck is right for you and whether you’ll DIY it or hire a contractor will depend on a number of elements including what [...]
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 [...]
