Deck Safety Checks to Make Before Summer
Category: Decks,Seasonal Maintenance
June 5, 2019
Decks are often at the center of summer entertainment, and why shouldn’t they be? But just as they get plenty of use in the warm months, decks are often left untouched and neglected during the colder season. During these winter months, decks can take a hit in stability and performance which may not be revealed […]
Safety Tips for Kids on Your Deck
Category: Decks
August 1, 2018
Kids are known for their carefree attitudes, which is a quality most of us adults are envious of! However, carelessness and clumsiness can result in accidents quite easily, so it’s important for you to accident-proof your home as much as possible for your own children as well as visiting children or young neighbors. Let’s take […]
When Your Deck Has Reached the End of its Life
Category: Decks
June 5, 2018
Whether your deck gets year-round use or is simply a seasonal luxury for you and your family, it ages just like the rest of your home. Here are some of the warning signs that your deck is nearing or has reached the end of its life: Soft Joists Joists are what help hold your deck […]
Keeping Your Family Safe on the Deck
Category: Decks
March 2, 2018
Springtime signals the beginning of the season to enjoy the outdoors, which for many homeowners means time on the deck enjoying the sunshine and relaxing outdoors. You may also want to enjoy that outside space with your loved ones and animal friends, but there are some safety concerns to take into consideration when little ones […]
Why Does my Deck Pop in the Winter?
Category: Decks
February 5, 2018
Imagine you’re curled up on the couch watching a movie when you suddenly hear a loud pop come from outside your home. If you live in an area with below freezing temperatures and have a deck, this startling sound could be all too familiar for you. During the winter months it is fairly common for […]
Rock Salt and Your Patio
Category: Patios
January 3, 2018
It’s tempting to douse everything in rock salt when snow is coming. However, it’s important to remember that rock salt can completely destroy a patio, particularly a stone patio or walkway. Rock salt and similarly-based de-icers can cause untold damage. Read on to learn more about the dangers of rock salt, and what you can […]
6 Kid Friendly Maryland Deck Additions
Category: Decks
March 16, 2017
Looking to build a new deck but want to add a little excitement for your children? There are a wide variety of ways you can build a deck that will make it safer and more functional for kids. Here are some of the more popular kid friendly Maryland deck additions. Park-Style Scope Will your future […]
Top 5 Deck Construction Mistakes to Avoid
Category: Decks
November 12, 2015
When you are building a deck, safety should be one of your key concerns. That’s one of the reasons you should hire an experienced Maryland deck contractor to do the job. DIY deck is definitely not a good idea if you’ve never built a deck before or watched someone do it. However, an inexperienced or […]
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