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What to Do with the Space Under Your Deck
Every home should have a deck! A deck increases your outdoor living space, adds value to your home, and is a wonderful spot to spend a cool summer evening or enjoy a cup of coffee on a lazy Sunday morning. But we forget — whether your deck sits high (off a...
Your 2021 Spring Home Maintenance List
After a long, harsh winter, your home and yard could use some attention. Now that winter is waning, it’s time to get to work! Heavy snow and ice on your roof and gutters, fallen tree limbs, and plenty of melting snow take a toll on your property. That’s the bad news....
What Those Water Stains on Your Ceiling Mean and What to Do
Our roofs have one job — to defend our homes against nature’s elements. Unsightly water stains on your ceilings are a sign that your roof isn’t doing its job. Somehow, water has intruded into the interior of your home. But what should you do if you spot water stains?...
When Should I Stain My Deck?
Wooden decks add a ton of value to our homes, both for our enjoyment as homeowners and for added value to our home’s sale price when we go to sell. Would-be buyers don’t want to see a run-down, drab-looking deck. A beautifully designed and well-built deck looks great,...
5 Ways to Protect Your Roof From Heavy Rains
Heavy, torrential rains are one of nature's most awesome displays. Listening to the downpour and feeling the electric spark in the air makes us feel alive. But while these storms can be exciting, and beautiful to behold, they’re also hard on our homes — especially our...
The Importance of Quality Deck Materials
We all love our decks! And why not? They provide us with a relaxing space to enjoy the outdoors, to sit and listen to the birds, enjoy a lazy sunny afternoon, or have a cookout with friends and family. Now that the new year has arrived, our thoughts are turning toward...
6 Must-Do Winter Roofing Tips
We live under them every day, and our roofs are one of the most important components of our homes. Just as important is keeping them well maintained — especially during winter’s frigid months. To keep our roofs in tip-top shape and avoid costly mid-winter repairs, we...
5 Reasons Why Building Your Deck in the Winter is a Great Idea
Winter is a great time for snowball fights, sledding, hot chocolate, and cozying by warm fires. But it’s also a great time to build that new deck you’ve always wanted. Wait, what? Build a deck in winter? That’s right! You might think spring is the best time to build a...
4 Winter Maintenance Tips for Your Deck
Winter comes every year, and it can be hard on your deck. Cold, snow, and ice can damage your deck’s finish and structural integrity during the long winter months. Salt and shoveling can also take a toll. A deck is a significant investment and adds value to a home,...
Watch Out For These Common Causes of Roof Damage
When it comes to our homes, few things are as important as the roof over our heads. They protect us from the harsh cold, beating sun, rain, snow, and ice. But the roofs on our homes are often overlooked when carrying out home maintenance. The simple truth is roofing...