James Moylan

Recent Posts

Why a Screened Porch is a Worthwhile Investment in Washington, DC

Posted in: Screen Porch in Northern Virginia, Screen Porch, Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Deck Screens, Screen Porch Screens, Screen Porch in Maryland, retractable screen porch

James Moylan

Wednesday, July 08, 2015

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Why Designer Porches Are Great Investments 

When people hear the word “investment,” many immediately think about money. However, if you’re thinking about adding a porch to your home, this can be a great investment in many senses of the word. In this way, a porch can pay dividends for years — both in terms of finances and quality of life.

6 Characteristics of High Quality Decks in Maryland and Virginia

Posted in: Decks and Patios, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Deck Design, deck builders

James Moylan

Monday, July 06, 2015

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What fun features can separate your deck from the crowd?

Trex lighting packages, Danver stainless outdoor kitchens, and integrated deck benches are a few examples of the many high-end decking options available to deck owners in the DMV. However, characterizing a quality deck goes beyond the cool deck add-ons and patio accessories that make new deck designs in Virginia and Maryland unique. 

Building Up Vs. Building out with Home Additions

James Moylan

Monday, June 22, 2015

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“Up or out?”

As home addition contractors, we are often approached by homeowners seeking an answer to this time-honored question. When adding on to your home, should you build horizontally or vertically? In other words, should you build a ground-floor addition or add a second story?

What Exterior Siding is Most Suited for Your Home Addition?

Posted in: Contracting Questions, home additons

James Moylan

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

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Choosing the right siding material for your house addition in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area

When building luxurious home additions, one of the most challenging tasks is blending new architecture with preexisting structures. Ideally, an addition's exterior should look as though it has always been a part of your house. The last thing you want is an addition that looks tacked on or out of place.

A large part of giving an addition the same look and feel of an existing home is selecting a proper exterior siding. You want to choose siding materials for your addition that match or complement the rest of your home.

How to Build a Four Season Outdoor Living Space in the DMV

Posted in: Screen Porch in Northern Virginia, Screen Porch, Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Screen Porch in Maryland, infrared heaters

James Moylan

Monday, June 15, 2015

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Designing luxurious outdoor living spaces for year-round use in the DMV

If you’re thinking about adding a unique outdoor living space to your home in Washington, D.C., there are several factors to consider into the design if you want to use that space year-round. With the right structural design and finishing touches, any outdoor space can be a comfortable and pleasant option no matter the month, temperature, or weather.