6 Tips for Choosing a Remodeling Contractor

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James Moylan

Monday, December 30, 2019

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Type “remodeling contractor” into Google, and you’ll be presented with the sites of hundreds of contracting firms in your area, each one claiming to be the best.

With so many choices to sift through, choosing the right contractor for your home improvement project is no small task. But making this decision is as important as it is challenging, since the success of your interior remodel will be in the hands of the contractor you choose.

DMV Best Fire Pit Designs

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James Moylan

Thursday, December 26, 2019

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Outdoor heating is a must and and fire is......cool!  Whats the best way to heat your outdoor space and make it look great?

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Things to Considerations when Building a Fire Feature in your Outdoor Space

One of the most common add-ons for decks and patios is a fire feature. Whether it’s for the ambiance, the look, the functionality, or some combination thereof, backyard fire pits are extremely popular outdoor living space accessories in Maryland, Virginia, and the District. While there's no universal standard to what makes the most effective fire pit design, there are some guidelines you can discuss with your local deck contractor about pitfalls to avoid and possible issues to consider.

Electric heaters or gas heaters: the cheaper use in outdoor living spaces?

Posted in: infrared heaters, outdoor living, outdoor living spaces, Infratech outdoor heaters, deck add-ons, upscale deck features, high-end deck features, Infratech, outdoor heaters, Infratech infrared heaters, porch add-ons

James Moylan

Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Infratech infrared heaters in a screened porch in Maryland 

If you have an outdoor living space, you may find yourself attempting to extend its use into as many months of the year as possible. Come winter, this task becomes impossible without installing some kind of heater system to combat the cold and wind. Within the heater industry, there are several options for your deck, screened-in porch, or veranda. The two most popular options are electric heaters and gas heaters. However, which one is more cost-effective and a better fit for your porch in Maryland?

The PierTech Footer System and Speed Of Construction

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James Moylan

Tuesday, December 24, 2019

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How the PierTech Footer System Speeds Up Construction

Home construction projects often have a reputation for taking longer (and costing more) than originally anticipated. This becomes especially pronounced when the project is a significant undertaking, such as foundation work. With the PierTech footer system, however, new construction installs, as well as foundation repair work, can be done significantly faster than the traditional wood and concrete system.

The Archatrak Porcelain Paver Brand And Its Evolution

Posted in: deck builders, patio design, roof building tips, how to build a patio, home additons, outdoor living spaces, upscale deck features, low-maintenance decking, porch topics, decking questions, deck contractors, decks in Washington, D.C., Loudoun County, Porch and Deck Accessories, rooftop decks, rooftop decks in Washington, DC, building a rooftop deck, Archatrak, deck pavers, porcelain pavers, Screen Room, Georgetown, screened porch in Washington, DC, Heatstrip, Screened-in Porch, custom deck, screen room ideas, screen porch design

James Moylan

Thursday, December 19, 2019

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If you’ve looked into the advantages and benefits of porcelain pavers, it’s a good bet you’ve come across the name “Archatrak.” As one of the leaders in the industry, this brand comes across the radars of many homeowner and those in the commercial sector looking to install porcelain in their outdoor environments (rooftop decks, patios, terraces, courtyards, plazas, and more). Archatrak, however, has gone through several iterations, and with that in mind, here’s a quick overview of the brand’s evolution.