It’s no secret that a stunning kitchen or stellar location can elevate the value of your home. However, there are many less expensive exterior modifications that can deliver a serious lift on asking price, too. With a little creativity and a manageable investment, you can add eye-catching features that make your home more attractive to […]

Whether you’re using classic redwood decking or versatile new composite materials, universal principles of deck installation and upgrades are the same as they have been for centuries. However, the standards and codes that are required for a safe, stable deck that can stand up to today’s inspection are always evolving. Though a basic deck update […]

Whether you’ve installed or upgraded a deck on your own or you’re deciding to undertake a project of this magnitude for the first time, going it alone might not be the wisest choice. Laying down a deck seems easy. Install the understructure, nail down the decking and you’re done. Simple, right? The fact is, there […]

There are a lot of ways to boost the curb appeal of your home – building extra bedrooms, adding a new deck, adding a high-end front gate, to name a few. However, one of the simplest and most sure-fire ways to add curb appeal is by updating or adding siding to your home. Siding for […]

You and your deck have been through a lot together – the parties, the barbeques, the quiet days reading a book and the peaceful Summer nights. However, after time, a well-used deck can look just that, well-used. The good news is that there are some things you can do to breathe new life into your […]

A covered outdoor patio is a gathering place in many homes. A place where you and your guests can take in the sights and sounds, breathe some fresh air and relax under the sun and stars. The patio straddles the line between indoor living spaces and open-air outdoor living like the deck. The major difference […]

No patio is complete without a cover. Patio covers give you a bit of shade, protection from the elements and a nice design touch that turns your outdoor space into an outdoor living room. There are a variety of materials available to build your patio and patio cover, but the simplest way to cover your […]

There’s more than one way to grow fruits and vegetables – and a lot of places you can grow them. You don’t have to live on a farm to grow your own farm-to-table produce. Garden boxes are a great way to create your own food source without needing a large property. You can build a […]

There’s nothing quite like preparing food with fruits, vegetables, and spices from your home garden. Growing your own vegetables is relatively simple to do – you just need a little bit of knowledge and the right materials. Garden boxes and raised garden beds are a great place to grow vegetables, spices, and flowers. You can […]

The Beauty and Brawn of Western Red Cedar “It looks so good, you could almost eat it.” That’s what one of our long-time employees remarked when eyeing up some Western Red Cedar timber at our lumber yard. Though Western red cedar lumber isn’t part of a well-balanced diet, we agree that it looks and smells […]