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Composite vs. Wood: The 2025 Cost Breakdown
Featured

Composite vs. Wood: The 2025 Cost Breakdown

Is the upfront cost of composite worth it? We break down the long-term savings, maintenance realities, and ROI of the top decking materials.

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5 Signs Your Deck Structure is Unsafe
Safety
Oct 28, 2024

5 Signs Your Deck Structure is Unsafe

Wobbly railings are just the start. Learn how to spot hidden rot, ledger board failure, and other critical safety issues before they become dangerous.

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Designing for Flow: Indoor-Outdoor Living
Design
Oct 10, 2024

Designing for Flow: Indoor-Outdoor Living

How to create a seamless transition from your kitchen to your patio. Tips on door selection, threshold heights, and hardscape layout.

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Permits 101: What Yadkinville Homeowners Need to Know
Planning
Sep 15, 2024

Permits 101: What Yadkinville Homeowners Need to Know

Don't start digging until you read this. We explain setbacks, inspections, and why unpermitted work can hurt your home value.

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Screened Porch ROI: Does it Add Value?
Investment
Aug 22, 2024

Screened Porch ROI: Does it Add Value?

Adding a screened porch is an investment in lifestyle, but how much of that money comes back when you sell? We look at the numbers.

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