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 [...]
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 [...]
Adding a deck to your home can provide years of enjoyment and an opportunity to better utilize your home’s outdoor spaces. The right deck can create both a place for quiet relaxation and the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining. When you build a deck, there are a wide array of decking materials to choose from. [...]
Originally published October 2020; Updated September 2023 As the seasons change, the air becomes crisp, and the days get shorter, we all start to spend more time indoors. In the summer, we get used to using our yards, decks, and patios as extensions of our homes. But as we move more of our activities inside [...]
We’re living in unprecedented, scary times right now. With the COVID-19 crisis and the stressors that come with it, we could all use a little escape from reality. Why not use your time at home over the coming weeks to turn your backyard into a relaxing oasis? With a few tips, you can create a [...]
Originally published in March 2020; Updated September 2023 Adding a deck to your home is an exciting prospect! A deck provides you with a space to relax, enjoy the outdoors, and entertain friends and family. During the warmer months, a deck essentially acts as an extension of your home. Naturally, you want to make sure [...]
