In our part of the country summer seems fleeting, and as the air begins to chill many in the Quad Cities reluctantly shut the door on outside time. It’s easy to stay indoors when the mercury begins to drop, but if you enjoy your outside...
With an outdoor entertainment area, you and your family get the most out of the gorgeous spring, summer, and autumn weather here in the Quad Cities. Late springtime gatherings, summer celebrations, and those frosty fall evenings are all more enjoyable when spent in your own...
Living in the Midwest we’re all used to dealing with snow and ice on sidewalks and driveways. When it comes to decking, though, your normal actions can cause damage. This means we need to take a little different approach to winter snow and ice removal. The...
This is a great video featuring our friend and Home Improvement expert, Lou Manfredini, discussing ways to winterize your home. Tips include: getting a professional furnace inspection and tune-up; replacing old, drafty windows and doors with quality, energy-efficient products from a manufacturer such as Marvin;...
Does Salt Damage Your Deck? Whether you live in a northern state where snow and ice are common occurrences, or farther down south where even the hint of wintery mix sends folks in a bread-and-milk-buying frenzy, knowing how to properly remove snow and ice from a...
