Whatever its dimensions—expansive or small, narrow or wide—a deck is the ideal place to kick back and relax outdoors. But if you don’t make the most of your deck, it can end up being just a bland stretch of wood—wasted space—rather than the attractive destina… By Manasa Reddigari Raise the Bar Build along […]
If you’re looking to add more outdoor space to enjoy at home, a deck is a great addition to your backyard. Within the last year, reports show that homeowners are even looking to expand their current decks, allowing for more space to enjoy the outdoors. Now is the perfect time to build a new deck […]
The April showers have hopefully brought the May flowers to your yard, along with the fantastic spring weather. One of the best parts of spring is opening the windows and letting the home fill with fresh air. But, you may also discover some areas that can use a touch-up. While many May home improvement projects […]
Exterior upgrades enhance the look of your property and can offer recreational benefits. Not every renovation, however, produces a return on investment, and some upgrades (like swimming pools) make your home less attractive to potential buyers. If you want to refresh your yard and build equity at the same time, consider one of these outdoor […]
Whatever its dimensions—expansive or small, narrow or wide—a deck is the ideal place to kick back and relax outdoors. But if you don’t make the most of your deck, it can end up being just a bland stretch of wood—wasted space—rather than the attractive destination that it could be. Make use of every inch of […]
This season, are you looking for a new way to improve your backyard? The latest trend is creating an outdoor “room” or a space in your yard where there is a specific purpose. Regardless of your backyard’s size, this can be easily done with the help of an arbor or pergola. From enhancing the value […]
In the middle of the winter, enjoying your home’s outdoor spaces might be the furthest thing from your mind. But before you know it, the weather will warm up and you’ll have plenty of time to do just that. If it’s time to rebuild or add a porch, deck or other exterior element, remember this: […]
At Custom Contracting, we work hard to incorporate the latest advances in the field so we can deliver greater value to homeowners. A case in point is our adoption of screw pile footings in certain projects. Screw piles are an alternative to traditional concrete footings or foundations. The website of our vendor of choice, […]
2018 is shaping up to be a big year for residential remodeling. Home values are up, which means it’s a good time to invest in your house by making key upgrades. Keep in mind, however, that not all remodeling projects offer a decent financial return on your investment (ROI). For instance, when the time comes […]
Sometimes we need to think outside the box…in this case, way outside. These homeowners needed more square footage, but didn’t have a level lot to work with. Without extending the existing basement, we added a full-length addition, including a deck, on high tech screw pile footings. The deck stairs lead down to a stone patio […]
Feeling squeezed into your current home? You have three basic options: buy a bigger house, build an addition or do more with the space you already have. From Kitchen to Kitchen Lounge Today’s kitchen is a place where the whole family tends to congregate. While Dad cooks, the kids do their homework at the island […]