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#1 Reason Decks Fail
What is #1 Reason Decks Fail? Often times a new deck doesn't last as long as it should due to failure of setting up these simple protections. This video quickly explains the number one reason decks fail: not using double metal flashing around the ledger board, deck...
Deck and Custom Overhang
How We Did This Custom Deck Build I'm happy to share this post of a custom deck we did in Portland, with a custom overhang for architectural interest, as well as shade and comfort. We did a brand new deck build over an existing deck that was there but it wasn't quite...
Summer Home Exterior Maintenance
Home Maintenance Checklist 2021 Update Warmer weather is just around the corner-- in fact, by the time you’re reading this, the Portland and Vancouver area may have already had its first 80-degree day of the year! It’s time for homeowners to start planning the home...
Increase Your Home Value
The Top 5 Ways to Increase Home Value in Portland Considering a home improvement project to add to the value of your Portland home? While remodeling projects are often thought of as the best ways to increase home value, more substantial structural projects can often...
Damage to your Home from Winter Weather
7 Ways a Pacific Northwest Winter Can Destroy Your Home Here in the Pacific Northwest, winters can be brutal. Your home keeps you warm and safe, but what happens when your shield breaks down? The results can bring more damage than you might believe. Read this blog...
7 Ways to Bring Your Home into the 21st Century
7 Ways to Bring Your Home into the 21st Century Feel like your home is outdated? Are you asking yourself, “how can I make my home more modern?” We’ve all been there! Keeping your home up-to-date is a constant battle if you want a home that feels refreshed and retains...
7 Home Issues to Fix Before They Become a Problem
Home Issues You Should Fix Now An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of repair. Particularly with your home, letting maintenance issues linger can result in a home needing significant repairs down the road. This is particularly true here in the Pacific Northwest,...
Roofing Horror Stories
Roofing Mistakes That Haunt You Roofing issues can be downright scary. Roofs are fundamental to your home’s structure and its ability to keep you and your family dry and safe. Repairs are expensive and new roofs are a big investment you’ll be living with for decades....
Top Roofing Issues in Oregon and Washington
Common Roofing Problems in the Pacific Northwest Oregon and Washington residents don’t have to be told about how wet the weather is here in the Pacific Northwest. We live it 365 days a year. While we may love the wet, rainy weather (for some of the year, at least), it...
Tips for Maintaining a Home for Life
Extend the Life of Your Home As a homeowner, general upkeep of your home should be your #1 priority. Not only will it add to your enjoyment of your home, but it will also… Keep the value of your home high Extend your home’s life Give your home more curb appeal In this...