Two Decades of Quality Deck Building

Top 8 Reasons To Build a Four Season Room

screened in porch with patio furniture

Here in Minnesota, the elements combined with the changing of seasons are a blessing – and a curse. Freezing rain, snow and below-zero temperatures often keep us inside in the colder months. While during the warmer seasons, excessive heat, storms, and bugs are a deterrent to enjoying the great outdoors. Adding a four-season room benefits […]

Light Up Your Deck With These Fireplace Ideas

outdoor patio furniture and landscaping

Adding a fireplace to your backyard deck or screened-in porch adds style, warmth, light, and ambiance. When you want to relax or entertain, the flicker of fire is an engaging way to catch up, reflect, or enjoy lively conversation with friends and family. Gathering around a fire is an age-old tradition here in Minnesota. There […]

Surviving the COVID-19 Pandemic Together

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People in Minnesota, throughout America, and all over the world are facing unprecedented times. Never in our lifetime has the world as a whole faced such a devastating disease. The most recent outbreak with a similar spread was the Spanish Flu in 1918. Wherever you live and however you are handling this pandemic, one this […]

Deck Makeover on a Budget

hanging swing chair with outdoor decorations

As the warm breezes begin to blow through the air, and the cold winter weather begins to give way to spring, our thoughts naturally turn to lazy afternoons in the sun. If you are lucky enough to own a deck, those dreams are all but a reality.  If your deck needs a little work, and […]

How to Enhance Your Porch this Spring

Concrete stoop with tan front door and olive green house siding

We all know the phrase, “April showers bring May flowers.” Every change of season gives homeowners different things for which to plan and updates to perform. When it comes to spring, deck and porch owners have a few considerations of their own. Hire an experienced construction company with deck and porch expertise to get the […]

Caring For Your Deck in Winter

Light snowfall on wooden deck planks

The beauty of the winter months can make you want to break into a rendition of, “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let it Snow!” When it comes to deck maintenance, though, too much snow can become a severe issue.  When you live in a part of the country in which you frequently experience harsh […]

Everything You Need to Know About Pool Decks

Teak pool deck overlooking bottom of pool

A pool can be a fantastic contribution to your property and offer a whole host of benefits, including boosting potential resell value, and of course providing an excellent way to keep cool and work out in the comfort of your own home! Decking and Details Part of responsible pool ownership is maintenance, and this includes […]

Designing a Deck That Fits Your Personality

Ranch style front porch with blue shudders and front door on house

When people consider how to design a deck, they may not think of it as an extension of their personalities. However, real estate agents talk about “curb appeal” for a reason. Most homeowners understand that their home exterior is a reflection of themselves. A clean, well-designed facade sends a message about a home and the […]

Why You Absolutely Need a Four Season Room in Minnesota

Four windows overlooking the park at different times of the year: spring, summer, autumn and winter

As Twin City residents, how lucky are we to be able to experience all the highs and lows of all four of the glorious seasons? Each one has something to offer. From the beauty of winter snow, the brilliant color of the changing leaves, the fresh smell of the blossoming flowers, to the radiant heat […]

How Can Deck Design Choices Increase the Value of Your Home

Amazing wooden deck and furniture at private home.

Your home is the place where you can relax and be yourself. You have crafted and curated the perfect environment to let your best self shine. Someday though, the time will come to sell your home and move on to the next great adventure.  When that time comes, will your home be ready? While you […]

How to be Sustainable with Your Decking Choices

Woman with cup of coffee sitting on a patio wooden deck resting after working in the garden

Are you dreaming of warmer weather and those hot summer nights? If you are, then you already know that the best way to enjoy those particular nights is on your very own deck.  A beautiful and functional deck should operate as an extension of your indoor living spaces. It is a place to gather, laugh, […]

Getting the Most Out of Your Deck With Creative Organization

A large coffee table stained and made from reclaimed timber with accessories on wooden garden decking

Fresh air does wonders for the soul. If you are lucky enough to have a deck, you can enjoy the splendor of nature all year long, weather permitting, of course.  Your deck should function as an extension of your living room. Picture spending long evenings, surrounded by friends and family, eating and laughing the night […]