Summer is prime time for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, and—if you’re like many homeowners—a good old-fashioned deck makeover. The warmer weather seems like the perfect excuse to power wash, stain, and seal your deck. But here’s the thing: not everything you’ve heard about deck restoration in summer is actually true. From when to seal to…
If you’re like most Chicago homeowners, your deck probably got a lot of use this summer—cookouts, get-togethers, lazy afternoons in the sun. But now that the season is winding down, it’s time to take a closer look at how all that wear and tear may have added up. Because once the rains roll in, small…
If you live in Chicago, you already know—our weather doesn’t mess around. Between the brutal winters, humid summers, pounding rain, and fluctuating temperatures, it’s no surprise that your once-beautiful wood deck can start to look a little worse for wear. Cracks, fading, splintering, mildew—these aren’t just cosmetic issues. They’re signs that your deck needs attention,…
After months of snow, ice, and freezing temps, Chicagoans are finally getting a taste of spring—and you know what that means: time to head outside and enjoy your deck or porch again. But before you fire up the grill or set out your patio furniture, take a closer look… does your outdoor space still look…
There’s nothing quite like enjoying a sunny afternoon or a crisp autumn evening on your deck or porch—until you notice a loose board, a shaky railing, or worse, signs of rot and deck repair. In a city like Chicago, where winters are brutal and summers bring their own challenges, your outdoor space takes a serious…