Repair of stucco is not very hard. Matching stucco finishes and stucco colors is hard. Stucco repair will take a bit of practice to get the right look.
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Outdoor rooms create extra living space. Decks, a patio, an outdoor living room, garden rooms - even outdoor kitchens are possible. An outdoor room helps families who've outgrown their homes with additional outdoor living space to enjoy.
Concrete overlays to repair sidewalk and driveway surfaces will fare well when several guidelines are met. Only place overlays over a sound slab. Apply overlays in optimal weather. Cement paint and bonding agents should be used. Curing compounds must be applied when the finish is complete.
Asphalt driveways need to be sealed. Make sure that you know when and how often asphalt sealing is needed. Asphalt sealers are important to the length of life of your driveway.
Concrete installation in cold weather can be successful if your contractor follows a few guidelines. Do no pour concrete on frozen ground. Mix concrete with hot water, preheated sand and gravel and add extra cement. Use a liquid curing compound and insulated blankets.
EIFS replacement starts with full inspection and removal of damaged sheathing and framing. Use 30 pound felt paper water barrier and a hidden drainage system.
Roof leaks in a valley can be prevented. If a metal flashing has been used, the most common problem is that the shingles were improperly cut. Gravity works with cuts in the tips of shingles to prevent water from leaking into your house during a rainstorm.
An arbors is a lovely sun shade for dining or relaxing. These garden arbors/patio shades are stylish, simple shade shelters. Building an elegant, yet simple garden arbor will add lots of character to the average patio or backyard.
Wood fences come in a variety of options. While CCA treated lumber has been pulled from the market, redwood, cedar and locust are some of the best natural woods to withstand the weather. If you decide to paint a fence, give the wood fence time to expel extra moisture before you paint. Fence posts can also be set in tamped down dirt holes for easy fixes.
Use slate on your porch in front to dress the stoop. Porches, especially the front porch, can impress. Improve your front stoop design.
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