Should My Deck Contractor Have a Design Background?

Posted in: Decks in Maryland, Decks in Virginia, Deck Contratcors, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, hire a decking contractor, design aesthetic, deck builders, design aesthetic of a contractor

James Moylan

Monday, December 08, 2014

deck design contracting in Maryland

 

Why it is important to hire a decking contractor with strong design capabilities

You know you want a deck. You’ve been dreaming of one for years now. Having barbecues with friends and family members. Inviting people over for the big game or to watch fireworks on the 4th.

And while you have a vague picture of what you want, you still expect the deck contractor you hire to come with suggestions and design ideas of their own. If there is something specific you want that cannot be fulfilled for example, you want someone who can offer a viable alternative. In short, you don’t just want someone to help you build your deck; you want a partner to help you design it.

Montgomery County Building Permit Process

Posted in: Rockville, MD, Deck Permits, hire a decking contractor, deck builders

James Moylan

Friday, December 16, 2011

A Permit to Build: Your Contractor's Chore or Your Own?

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You’ve been thinking about adding to your outdoor living space for ages, and now you’re ready to build. But have you forgotten something? If you live in Montgomery County, Maryland, there’s one last thing you must take care of: obtaining a permit to build. And anyone who has ever tried to get the go-ahead in this county knows the permitting process can be, well, a pain. Design Builders can help!