Exterior

Garage Safety While checking the news this morning I stumbled upon this short article listing a few garage safety issues by U.S. Home Safety Council. To explore a little more their garage safety suggestions I followed a link to their…

When it comes to fencing, there are a lot of factors to consider. First, consider what you want the fence to do – is it for security, decoration, or something else? You also need to consider your budget and the material of the fence.…

Garage fire wall / separation wall between the house and an attached garage is very often mistreated  by the home owners. I’m assuming that they are simply unaware of the fire safety requirements and how critical it might be to gain those…

House plumbing vent flashing is required around the pipe at its roof surface penetration. Without it, or if improperly installed, rainwater or melting snow will seep around the vent and damage the roof decking material, sometimes making its…

House walkout basements opening to a patio (or just a patio located below the grade) sometimes require a dedicated drainage system. A combination of a drain tile and / or sump pump ensures that moisture intrusion will not threaten the…

The amount of the roof rain gutter downspout maintenance depends mostly on the rain gutter maintenance and the downspout bottom end / its extension condition. There's not much to worry about if you're living in a tree-free neighborhood,…

We all love having shade in our backyards! From gazebos to trees, it's great to find some cool relief from the hot summer sun. But what can shade do the type of grass you have on your lawn? Bermuda grass is not the most shade tolerant…

Teak is a trendy option for outdoor furniture because of its gorgeous look and feel. Stylish teak furniture in outdoor living spaces adds a lot of visual appeal and aesthetic sense because of its rich, warm look. Moreover, it is a…

Australians are people who have a love affair with their outdoor spaces – and they’re proud of it! As you can expect, barbequing and backyard sports are integral parts of the outdoor fun, both with family and friends, so entertaining is…

A foam core board or foam board is a tough, lightweight, and readily cut material that may be easily sliced with either a sharp craft knife or a picture framing mat cutter. It's a popular choice for mounting photographs and prints. It's…