5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Landscaping Dollars
by Renovation Experts

Like the rest of us, you want to make the most of your landscaping dollars. One way of getting the most for your money is to compare quotes from 3 or 4 different landscaping companies. Hiring a landscape pro is worth the money because they have the training, education and experience to make your landscape work!

Look at 5 ways to make the most of your landscaping dollars:
1) Use the best of what you already have
2) Great solutions flack of privacy and noise
3) Solutions for small yards
4) Go for low-maintenance landscaping
5) Get a sprinkler system installed

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Backyard Island
by Renovation Experts

Backyard entertaining and dinning can be made more enjoyable by adding a kitchen islands with bar tool seating to your property. A custom island with a built-in barbecue will give added function and style to your outdoor living space.

Such a permanent piece of hardscape can add a dramatic focal point to your landscaping. So think long term when you are planning your backyard island. Proper planning, high quality materials and professional contractors will contribute to a durable island.

How to Plan your Backyard BBQ Island
The first thing to do is to make a list of the things you would want like: bar seating, a premium grill, counter space, a sink and a fridge...

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Building Deck Stairs

By Renovation Experts
Stairs are an important component to deck building, allowing the homeowner to access various levels of the deck or the backyard.

The first step to remember is planning the stairs so that they are safe and comfortable to use. When the stairs are not properly planned and calculated the individual steps can end up being different heights which will make the stairs dangerous and difficult to use. Stairs that are made too steep can be another hazard, especially for the elderly and the very young.

For detailed information on how to calculate the stair stringer and install deck stairs...
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Deck Construction
by Renovation Experts

You want your deck to last. Getting a professional to build your deck is a wise decision. Having the deck contractor custom build the deck so that it is tailored your lifestyle and needs will make the deck more functional and practical.

In order to be durable your deck will need to be well constructed. To this end you may wonder what kind of deck material should be used, and how a deck should be built. This article considers the parts the make up the deck from the ledger to the decking, including the footings, the posts, the beams and the joists.


The Ledger
In general, the first step in building a deck is to attach a ledger board to the house. To determine the height that the ledger should be attached ...

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Spring Deck Prep Tricks
by Renovation Experts


When spring finally comes it is time to set up the patio furniture and prep the deck for outdoor enjoyment.

In order to make sure you clean, restore and properly protect your deck consider some deck prep tips from the pros at Wolman Wood Care Products:

FIRST: Thoroughly clean the deck in order to loosen embedded dirt, stains and fungus with a deck cleaner such as Wolman® Deck & Fence Brightener...

SECOND: Strip off any peeling or failing finish...

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Heating Up the Patio
by Renovation Experts

When summer starts to wind down and your patio time seems to be ending you may wonder if there is a way to extend your patio time. Happily, there are some improvements and outdoor remodeling that can help you extend your patio season into the fall and possibly even the winter!

Consider Some Patio Heat Sources
Patio Heaters
Patio heaters are not just for restaurant owners on their patios. They are now more readily available and affordable for the average homeowners. To maximize the effectiveness of a patio heaters...

Learn more about Outdoor Fire Pits, Chimeneas, Outdoor Fireplaces, Screened In Porches and Enclosed Patios, Patio Shelters, Hot Tubs and heated patio pavers...
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Spectacular Dream Decks
by BetterDeckBuilders.com

What sets a deck apart? One thing that spectacular decks have in common is that they are custom built to the architectural of a home. It should not look like an afterthought, but part of a well design properly built home.

Get your Deck Designed
Having the deck of your dreams begins with getting a design that includes the key features you need and want.
You could design the deck by yourself.
You can have an architect or a designer plan your deck design for you.
You could even get a preset design from a building supplier.
Or, you can have one of our talented deck building contractors design a deck for your home.
In order to plan your deck properly you should consider...

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