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Protecting your deck from the elements, while simultaneously providing a dry, functional space underneath may sound like a significant undertaking at first. Here’s the good news: with the proper deck drainage solution, you can ward off heavy rains and water damage in...

The first day of autumn is now behind us. Days are getting shorter; nights are getting longer, cooler, and crisper; and it won’t be long before leaves begin to fall, full tilt. Now is a great time to take a look at the trees and other plants surrounding your home...

Commercial decks create a dynamic, expansive recreational space for many different kinds of businesses, from restaurants to hotels to apartment complexes, and beyond. All of these raised spaces can benefit significantly from deck drainage systems that pave the way for...

The summertime party is just getting started and your deck is the place to be. And yet many homeowners underestimate the various safety concerns that come with owning a deck. Keep your family and friends safe. Consider the following five deck safety tips to ensure...

You’ve fastened your tool belt, slipped on your protective goggles, and checked the direction of the wind. It’s a warm, summer day and you’re finally ready to tackle that home improvement project you’ve been dreaming about: a brand-new deck that will allow you to...

The days are getting warmer, and decks are springing up like dandelions. As more and more people expand their outdoor living space, it may be a good time to reflect not only on the benefits a deck provides, but also the common deck defects that can result from...

It’s springtime! The sun is shining (sporadically – but it’s there) and temperatures have been inching up into the mid-to-high 70s on the most beautiful days. People are heading back out onto the water in anticipation of some much-needed seasonal fun. Boaters, in...

Over the next month, many of us will be busy tallying receipts and calling up our family accountant, with hopes of a half decent haul from the IRS. Should you be so lucky, you may be planning to take an overdue summer vacation or pay off some bills, or even tackle...

Running out of Valentine’s Day ideas? Sure, flowers are “nice.” Private gondola rides are probably pricey, not to mention hard to come by. And, as the say – with a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get. With dry, functional space below your deck –...

The 2020 holiday season is behind us. Winter, on the other hand, is far from over. And while some people have only experienced a small taste of snow and ice since cooler days have returned, Jack Frost typically doesn’t skip a season without delivering one or two good...