The days are getting a little longer, and slightly warmer, so it doesn’t take much for us PNW people to start thinking about spring and summer. And what is better than a new deck for the warmer days to come. Most homes have either a deck or a patio, but in our climate they can…
Most of us, when we think of using our yards for barbecues and visiting with friends and relatives, probably think of patios and decks. But there is another option that may work for you, pergolas. What is that, you ask? A pergola is a freestanding structure built on your property, without walls, but with a…
This time of year we all like to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine. If we can do this while munching on some barbecue . . . well, what could be better? Decks can be anything from a foot off the ground, to a concrete patio, or an elaborate, many-levels deck with built in benches…
How did your deck fare this summer? If your deck is at the point where it should be replaced, or you are considering a brand-new deck, here are a few things to consider. Materials: Wood, and the several types that are appropriate for deck construction, are the first things that come to mind. Cedar, pressure…
Socializing with friends and family in your new outdoor kitchen will really make your summer. And with a roof you can extend your outdoor parties almost year round. Well, actually year-round here in Bellingham, as we have mild winters! Outdoor kitchens can be small and simple or as elaborate as any indoor kitchen. Typically they…
We recently constructed a 12 by 20 ft. pergola for a client who had previously installed a concrete pad with gas piping in ground for his gas grill. This was a fun little project. It involved applying for and receiving the permit and then building the pergola per the owner’s pre-engineered specifications; managing the roofing by…