We got a great piece of news at the end of the year when we found out we earned a 2010 Super Service Award from Angie’s List. We like Angie’s List – a site for trusted customer reviews that does not allow advertising or sponsored listings – a lot, so we’re thrilled to achieve this distinction.
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MAD Fence channels YouTube
By now, most people are familiar with YouTube – the social media site that allows users to view and upload videos. Believe it or not, Mid-Atlantic Deck and Fence has its own YouTube channel. When you visit it, the first thing you’ll see is our intro video.
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Winter screen advantages
We all know that screened porches, pagoda, and gazebos offer the freedom from insects and other pests during the summer. However, these screened enclosures can also offer advantages during the other seasons of the year with the help of PGT Eze-Breeze Sliding Panels.
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Winterize your deck now
The weather’s turned cold, and we’ve already had significant wind and rain storms. It won’t be long until the white stuff returns. If you haven’t already, you’ll need to take a few steps to prepare your deck for winter’s onslaught. This article summarizes those steps, but here are the main points.
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Do you like MAD Fence yet?
With the traditional start to the holiday season this week, we’re getting into the giving mode with a little sweepstakes. It’s a little thank-you to our customers, friends, and family.
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What’s a deck worth?
When homeowners consider adding a deck to their homes, one factor that often comes up is the how the deck will affect the resale value of the home. It’s nice to have the additional living space and the ability to enjoy the outdoors. It’s even better if the deck can pay for itself when the home sells.
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Stairway to deck heaven
I’m often amazed by the number of homeowners who overlook adding a staircase to their elevated decks. A well-designed, well-built staircase adds to a deck’s aesthetics and says to guests, “welcome to our home.” Here are some things to keep in mind when it comes to deck stairs.
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Railing on railings
With all the attention to deck accessories, lighting, and sound, it’s easy to overlook one of the most essential components of a deck – it’s railing. In most jurisdictions, you’re required to have a railing if your deck is 30 inches or higher off the ground. But a railing is far more than just a safety feature
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The right privacy for your deck
Everyone knows what a deck is. Most people are familiar with structures to cover a deck whether they are awnings, pagodas, or roofs. What may be less well known is that many homeowners add walls to their decks, and no, we’re not talking about screened-in porches. These are wall without roofs that primarily provide additional privacy for those on the deck. Here are some the options homeowners have with deck walls.
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Low-voltage vs. solar lighting
In our last post we talked about adding lights to your decking project. These days, homeowners have several options when it comes to outdoor lighting. Among the most popular choices are solar and low-voltage lighting. These eco-friendly options can save homeowners money on their electric bills. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, but for your deck low-voltage lighting might be the best way to go.