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With temperatures cooling and leaves changing from golden yellow to deep auburn, there’s no denying that it’s the season of all things cozy and comfy. And as you begin to hunker down and bundle [...]

Contrary to popular belief, cladding and siding are – technically speaking – not the same thing (according to the Construction Specification Institute). Because both make up the exterior surface [...]

Ontario residents, including those in the Quinte region, are being encouraged to provide their thoughts on proposed changes to the provincial Building Code. The province is aiming to modernize [...]

A recent Houzz survey reports that 1 in 5 homeowners who underwent home renovations in the last year made exterior upgrades to their property. Breaking it down further, 1 in 8 of those weekend [...]

Deciding on a material for your new deck? Composite decking and natural wood decking are two distinct materials that come with their advantages and disadvantages. Keep reading to take a closer [...]

With Mother Nature teasing us all with hints of warm weather, now is the perfect time to ensure your patio/deck repairs are complete before for summer. Even the strongest and most resilient [...]

Decks are a popular backyard feature to have and for good reason. Many homeowners with decks have additional usable space in their backyard as well as a place to entertain visitors outside. [...]

Life happens, even during a pandemic. The washing machine breaks, the sink leaks, the stove goes cold. For months, you’ve been limiting house guests. But this is different: You need a service [...]

Keep Your Outdoor Living Space Looking Its Best Having a deck, porch or patio can be a wonderful addition to any home—no matter whether it’s for curling up with a good book, entertaining guests, [...]

This article details the steps required to repair decking that has rotted. It is taken from an original article written by Steve Smith, and modified to reflect European construction and materials [...]