Practical Guides for Smarter Renovations

Adding a roof above an existing alfresco area changes more than the amount of shade. It creates a structure that

A pergola reroof can look like a straightforward exchange of old plastic sheets for new ones. The difficult decisions usually

Replacing an alfresco roof is an opportunity to improve the space you already have, but an insulated panel and a

An existing pergola can be too exposed in summer and too dark in winter, sometimes on the same property. A

The footing choice for a replacement deck begins with the ground and the access, not with a claim that one

A low deck over concrete can look like an easy replacement: remove the old boards, keep the slab and fit

The boards receive most of the attention when a deck is replaced, but the frame decides how the new surface

Replacing a deck gives you a chance to reconsider how it meets the house. The old deck may rely on