Best Materials to Use for a Modern Deck in Maryland or Virginia

Posted in: Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Deck Tips, Deck Design, deck questions

James Moylan

Monday, August 03, 2015

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A high-quality, modern deck starts with a design concept, but to realize that design to the fullest, you need to use the best materials available. High-quality materials become especially important in modern decks where there is a particular stylistic goal. In that case materials not only provide quality, but they help craft a very specific look as well.

What is the Best High-Quality Deck Material in Virginia and Maryland?

Posted in: Decks in Maryland, Decks in Virginia, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Zuri Deck, Deck Tips, deck builders

James Moylan

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

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Decking Products Comparison: High-End Deck Options in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. 

Narrowing down the best decking material for your project can be an exhausting process. There are a huge number of factors and a seemingly endless stream of information available via contractors, builders, and the Internet. To help successfully wade through this potential deluge of information, remember there is no hard-and-fast rule. What’s the best for one person isn’t necessarily the best for another.

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. 

7 New Features and Ideas for a Screened Porch in Maryland or Virginia

Posted in: Screen Porch Questions, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Deck Design, retractable screen porch, fireplace, design exercise, outdoor living, outdoor kitchens, outdoor living spaces, Danver cabinets, outdoor kitchen cabinets, Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, Danver cabinets in Maryland, Danver cabinets in Virginia, Brown Jordan Outdoor Cabinets, Infratech outdoor heaters, Infratech infrared heaters, Outdoor Fireplaces, outdoor accessories, EcoSmart Fireplaces, Trex Decking, Trex, fire pit, Outdoor Lighting, Phantom Retractable Screens, Outdoor Appliances

James Moylan

Friday, May 08, 2015

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Screened-in porches have come a long way from the rickety, drab structures where grandmothers used to read romance novels in rocking chairs.

Thanks to advancements in technology and design, some of the screened-in porches of today are surprisingly cool, with cutting-edge sound systems, sleek fire pits, and state-of-the-art grilling facilities.

What is a Construction Change Order?

Posted in: Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions

James Moylan

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

construction change order

“Change order”—it’s a common phrase you hear contractors throw around, and one you may be unfamiliar with if you don’t have extensive experience with the construction industry. But when choosing a contractor for your home improvement project, the concept of a change order is an important one to understand.