6 Winter Deck Maintenance Tips
With winter nearly upon us, it’s time to prepare your deck surface. A wooden deck can look great, but it’s susceptible to winter weather damage and requires maintenance to keep it in top condition and prevent wood rot. The nature of wood decking requires regular maintenance; the wood surface is likely to erode and warp […]
How to Heat a Screened-in Porch in the Winter
A screened-in porch or patio allows you to enjoy the outdoors without direct exposure to the elements. If you don’t have a radiant heat source to keep your porch warm during the winter, you’re not getting the most out of your investment. Read on to learn how to heat a screened-in porch in the winter […]
Three-Season Room Benefits
If you’ve been thinking about a way to enjoy the fresh air and the great outdoors without getting interrupted by creepy crawlies or sweltering heat, consider adding a three-season room. What is a three-season room? A three-season sunroom is an enclosed home addition with floor-to-ceiling UV-protected glass windows. Providing sheltered space to enjoy during spring, […]
How to Find the Best Deck Contractor in Virginia
If you’re like most homeowners in Virginia, you probably dream of having a beautiful deck to relax on in the spring and summer months. A well-constructed deck can be a great addition to any home, but finding the best contractor to build it for you is essential. Not all contractors are created equal. When looking for […]
Pergolas and Paver Patios: The Dynamic Duo for Outdoor Elegance
As more people embrace the allure of outdoor living, they seek creative ways to make their yards functional and beautiful. Among the myriad options are Pergolas and Paver Patios. These two elements add significant value to outdoor spaces. A pergola is an outdoor structure, typically consisting of columns or pergola legs that support a roofing grid […]
Why Choose Composite Decking?
You’re probably considering transforming your outdoor deck or constructing a new deck, and you’re ready to work with a licensed decking contractor or considering a DIY outdoor living project. However, before embarking on such a critical project, it’s important to have a brief background in composite decking and its various options. Since its introduction to […]
7 Benefits of an Outdoor Living Space
Installing an outdoor living space is one of the biggest home improvement trends. You can use an outdoor living space for a wide range of functions in your everyday life, with home offices and garden rooms proving popular with many homeowners. However, there’s another important reason to include an outdoor space indoors: for the well-being […]
The Top 7 Benefits of Adding a Seating Wall to Your Patio
A patio seating wall, also known as a patio sitting wall, is a short wall with a bench or seating built into it. Thanks to their stylistic appeal and pragmatic functionality, patio seating walls are becoming more popular in patio design. Besides providing comfortable seating and an aesthetically pleasing design element for your patio, a […]
The Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment Hub: 10 Exciting Activities to Enjoy in Your Screen Room
Spring and summer have fun outdoor activities like gardening, games and exercise sessions. When cold weather hits, however, we quickly retreat to the comfort of the indoors. If you want to enjoy outdoor entertainment year-round, you might benefit from a screen room. An enclosed outdoor area lets you take advantage of the Woodbridge, VA, scenery without […]
Enhance Your Paver Patio with an Outdoor Kitchen: Top 10 Benefits for Homeowners
At PWHI, we understand the value of a beautifully designed and functional outdoor living space. One of the most popular trends in outdoor living is adding an outdoor kitchen to your paver patio. As a prospective client interested in new pavers, you may be curious about how an outdoor kitchen could enhance your patio project. […]
Trex Deck Maintenance vs New Deck
When it comes to outdoor decks, homeowners have two main options: trex deck maintenance and new deck installation. Trex deck maintenance involves taking care of the existing structure, including cleaning, sanding and staining it to keep it looking its best. This type of maintenance is generally less expensive than a complete deck installation, but new […]
How to Keep a Sunroom Cool in Summer
Whether you’re an avid gardener or use your sunroom for relaxation, it’s an ideal way to capture the sun’s heat without worrying about sunburn, critters or a cold breeze. However, if you don’t get the ventilation right, it will be difficult to keep your sunroom cool in the summer. Considering this is the season when flowers are […]
How to Choose the Best Deck Size
Now that you’ve decided to install a small deck or large deck on your property, there are plenty of important decisions to be made. It’s no small feat to make amendments to real estate, and prudent planning always guarantees the best results. Never rush your decking project, and be careful to evaluate your space meticulously. Paying […]
Patio Pavers vs Stamped Concrete Patios
Creating outdoor spaces that match your home’s overall aesthetic ensures a uniform look that beautifies your property. While stamped concrete and concrete slabs may seem like an economical choice for cordoning off those outdoor living areas, these building materials don’t typically hold up. Interlocking pavers follow the natural rise and fall of your landscaping, allowing you […]
Deck Post Caps: What They Are and Why You Need Them
A custom deck is a perfect addition to any home. And of all the pieces that make up a beautifully crafted deck, the deck post cap is an unlikely hero. If you’re building a deck from scratch, deck post caps can be confusing. Do you really need them? What purpose do they serve? Read on […]
Patio Installation in the Winter: Should You Get It Done?
Most people associate patios with spring and summer, but are the warmer months really the ideal time to install a new patio? Homeowners might be surprised by the many advantages of undertaking paver patio installation in the winter. Keep reading to find out more. Get your paver patio installed today by the quality contractors here […]
5 Ways To Prepare For A Patio Installation
Transforming your outdoor space is easier than it might seem when you opt for a professionally installed patio. The result is an oasis, only feet from your kitchen, that you can use to entertain guests, make memories with family and have quiet time in the early mornings or evenings. When you put thought into your building […]
8 of The Best Composite Decking Ideas
Designing and building a new deck is a process you should undertake slowly while you consider how you can customize it to suit your family’s needs. It’s a project that will change the architecture of your property and an outdoor living space investment that you, as a homeowner, can benefit from for decades. As such, choosing the right materials is essential. […]
Outdoor Living Room Ideas
An outdoor living space gives a comfortable area to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine from the comfort of your backyard. Depending on your ultimate goals, it can increase your overall living space and serve numerous other purposes. For example, outdoor living spaces can include another place to cook or eat during the warm months […]
How a screen room adds value to your home
If you’ve been looking for a way to boost your home’s value and at the same time create an innately pleasant outdoor living space to your home, adding a new screen room might be the best choice for you. The basic screened porch design is an enclosed porch or deck, like a three-season patio, but the […]