Do I need a permit to build my deck in Maryland?
Category: Decks
December 6, 2016
A deck is a major housing addition, and typically a serious home project, most often performed by a licensed decking professional, but occasionally a homeowner may decide to build a deck themselves. Prior to deciding on decking design, materials, and measuring, you should be considering a permit to build your deck. In Maryland the rules […]
Can I Get A New Deck In Winter?
Category: Decks
November 23, 2016
The deck is among the areas of a home that greatly add to the look of your property, not to mention its value. However, a common notion is that you cannot have a deck installed in winter. This is far from the truth. Deck building has nothing to do with weather, except for a few […]
How to Winterize My Deck?
Category: Decks
November 15, 2016
Winter is almost upon us. While people make arrangements for the change in weather, they often forget to make efforts to winterize their decks. Although it sounds like a lot of effort, if you want to keep your deck in the best of conditions, you definitely should make efforts in this regard. Winterizing your deck […]
5 Big Decking Ideas for Small Spaces
Category: Decks
November 11, 2016
If you have a small decking space at your place, we have just the perfect design ideas to make that deck of yours the coziest place around the house. Following are some of the best decking ideas for small spaces. Furnishing If you have a small deck space, make sure to scale down the furniture. […]
Keeping your Deck Scratch Free
Category: Decks
November 4, 2016
A deck can really transform your patio or outdoor space into an all-family hang out, the neighborhood cook out spot and a place to create life long memories. And picking the right décor lends a helping hand to all of that. However, many deck owners overlook whether or not the furniture and décor they choose will […]
Fall Deck Inspections
Category: Decks
October 12, 2016
You’ve spent the spring and summer enjoying your deck, birthday parties, cookouts and celebrations. It was probably used almost every weekend in those warm Maryland months. Now that Fall is upon us, consider doing a fall deck-check to make sure your deck is in tip top shape before winter, catching issues now and correcting them […]
Deck Vs. Patio
Category: Decks,Patios
October 4, 2016
In Maryland, home owners love their outdoor spaces. We entertain, plan cookouts and eat crabs. All-in-all, we enjoy our warmer seasons, usually on the deck or patio of our homes. If your home is in need of some outdoor living space, but you aren’t quite sure what you’re looking for, consider adding a deck or […]
Vinyl Decks versus Pressure Treated Wood Decks
Category: Decks
September 14, 2016
A lot people worry about the appropriate decking material to choose when getting a new deck. Two of the most common decking materials are pressure treated wood and vinyl. While wood remains the most popular choice for decking, vinyl decking is proving to be a breakthrough material for constructing decks. In this blog, we will […]
Benefits of Composite Decking
Category: Decks
August 10, 2016
This time of year especially, the deck is the place where family seems to gather and spend the majority of their outdoor time. It’s a place to entertain, eat, play, and celebrate the warmer Maryland months; the deck is by far one of the most important spaces of the home, if you have one. Decks […]
5 Uses for a Pergola in Your Outdoor Space
Category: Decks,General
April 15, 2016
If you are like most Maryland homeowners finally shaking off winter blues, you are probably itching for a new backyard project. It feels like something is missing from you current outdoor living space, but what is it? May we suggest a pergola? This simple structure is relatively easy to install, yet it has the power […]
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