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Reasons to Install a Fence for Your Home
Are you considering adding a fence to your home? If so, you're making the right upgrade for several reasons. According to BBN Times, more than 50% of Americans have some sort of fence in their yard. Your local fence companies can put up a fence in a range of materials including wood, vinyl, and metal. If you're still on the fence about a fence installation, here are some reasons to call a contractor. Security Every homeowner wants to protect their home and everyone in it. Luckily, a quality fence is the perfect way to deter a potential intruder. The mere [...]
Qualities to Look For in a Local Fence Company
Quality fencing is essential for helping to protect your home. You may need large fencing to pose an obstruction to intruders or smaller fencing to protect your garden from hungry pests. Of course, things such as privacy and reduced noise pollution are also benefits of investing in a fence. When you make such an upgrade, you want to ensure you find a reputable fence company to help you. Here are the qualities to look for in such a fence company. Positive Reputation A solid reputation is a must for any contractor, and a fence company is no different. You want [...]
Eight Ideas for Space Underneath a Raised Deck
When a homeowner has a large space under a raised deck, it is possible to use the space for a variety of purposes. Here are some ideas for optimizing this space. Bicycle and Toy Storage If you have children, then using the space underneath the deck for storage of bicycles and toys is a way to keep your lawn neater. When you live in an area with inclement weather, you can enclose the area to protect items from the damages of rain or snow. Storage for Barbecue Equipment While you shouldn't cook food underneath your home’s raised deck, you can [...]
Refurbishing a Wooden Deck With Composites That Can Save Your Outdoor Renovating Budget
Like the deck of a ship, your backyard deck is likely the scene of plenty of activity. Maybe your deck is next to a swimming pool. Maybe part of it is roofed over to provide protection from the sun and rain. Being a prime place where outdoor family fun and relaxation is enjoyed, your deck may need a lot of maintenance, especially if its surface is made of wood. Annual cleaning and application of stains and sealants are only part of the work. Natural wood decking has a tendency to warp, split and crack even if it is pressure treated. [...]
Why Every Deck Needs an Annual Inspection
Decks are a wonderful area to barbecue, host parties, and enjoy spending time outside. Unfortunately, they can also be dangerous and as decks age they become increasingly likely to fail. Spring is a great time of year to have an annual deck inspection performed to make sure your deck is in good, stable condition. […]
Things to Consider Before Constructing an Outdoor Living Space
An outdoor living space is a valuable addition to any home as it increases equity and significantly boosts visual appeal. However, there are many things to consider before beginning construction on the outdoor living space of your dreams. Aside from budget, size and design you’ll also want to take into account equally as important items like building permits, safety, functionality, and how much time you’ll be spending in your room, in order to obtain a broader vision of your project and minimize potential future frustrations. Whether you’re taking on the project yourself or hiring contractors, consider the following: […]
