Before working with any contractor inside and outside the home, it’s important to protect yourself. Too often, consumers find themselves at risk of falling victim to rogue contractors who aren’t qualified or those who accept money and skip out on the job. Here are some ways to protect yourself and prevent these scenarios from happening to you. Continue reading
3 Design Factors to Consider Before Building a Deck in Northern VA
Adding a new deck to your Northern Virginia home is exciting, but it takes some consideration. A deck gives you additional outdoor living space and room for your friends and family to congregate. Decks also give you a place for some solitude in nature.
Before you decide to consult with a deck builder, it is important to consider these design factors that apply to all Northern Virginia homes. Continue reading
7 Ways to Convert Your Under-Deck Spaces
Many homes in Northern Virginia have beautifully raised decks that are perfect for entertaining outside. However, the spaces underneath these decks don’t need to go unused. Take advantage of the space with a complete unique under deck design. Under decks are often made for simple drainage purposes, but they can be converted into great outdoor spaces or under deck rooms.
Looking up underneath a deck, you can often see exposed joints. These exposed joints are specifically made to allow moisture from rain, snow, ice, and condensation to drip down so that there will not be any water buildup on the deck itself. Unfortunately, this means that the space underneath the deck will not stay dry.
But, there is a solution for the issue of unattractive exposed joints and deck drainage. Continue reading
Color Match Your Northern Virginia Home with Composite Decking
When looking for Northern Virginia deck contractors, it is important to choose one that will be able to match composite deck designs with the existing aesthetic of your home. After all, building a deck is an investment in your home, so you will want to make sure to get it right the first time and are happy with the results. Continue reading