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Container Tomatoes

June 26th, 2017|Blog, Garden & Lawn Care|

Imagine picking a ripe, juicy tomato right on your deck! All you need are some starts, and pots of various sizes. You can extend the season by covering plants, or taking them in overnight, as the weather cools. Pick a spot with good sun, but don’t overdo – tomatoes can wilt or burn under the hot Colorado sun. Test out and adjust locations as needed. Grouping pots together provides some shade and wind protection. Tomatoes need plenty of water and good drainage. Soil should be evenly damp to the touch, not dry, hard, or soggy. Transplant tomatoes in a timely manner as they outgrow containers. “Patio” tomatoes intended for pots may not taste quite as good. You can grow regular tomatoes and even some heirlooms in containers. Talk with your local gardening expert. Stake potted plants for support and monitor for disease – just like tomatoes planted in the ground. [...]

Beer Myths

June 19th, 2017|Blog|

Thousands of years of brewing science still has not put some classic beer myths to rest. Let’s debunk them once and for all! Myth #1: All Dark Beer is Heavy Don’t be afraid of the dark! While a beer’s color can offer clues about flavor, color has little to do with “mouthfeel” – the way a beer’s weight and texture feel, literally, in the mouth. To understand mouthfeel, consider how skim milk feels and weighs on your palate compared to whole milk. While it’s commonly believed that dark beers feel thick, more like whole milk, this is a myth. Why not give a Schwarzbier or Dunkelweizen a try, both dark, German-style brews that are perfect for your deck. Myth #2: Beer is Best Ice Cold The truth is that extremely cold temperatures inhibit the flavor and aroma of beer. As well, pouring beer into a frozen mug often results in [...]

Responding to Hail Damage

June 12th, 2017|Blog, Deck Care & Repair|

According to DeckTec repair and restoration specialist Vince Stover, it’s only when you file a claim that you find out how good your insurance company actually is – this is when the rubber hits the road. Contact your agent with questions about your coverage before the next storm hits, and be sure to patch any policy holes. What you want as a DeckTec homeowner is to have your investment fully restored to its pre-storm condition. DeckTec does not use subcontractors. We create high-quality, unique custom decks, and our craftsmen are the only ones qualified to repair them. It’s your right as a policy holder to decide who performs your deck restoration. Be aware that a substandard restoration can VOID your DeckTec warranty – and no one wants to see this happen, least of all us. You may get resistance or conflicting information from your insurance company or roofer, but rest [...]

Employee Profile: Lee Danielson

June 5th, 2017|Blog, DeckTec News & Updates|

Even after 36 years in construction, Lee Danielson still finds satisfaction, day in and day out, as a project lead with DeckTec, where he’s worked for the past six years. “I enjoy going to work – just being able to build things and figure out new designs. You always run into little different things on different jobs. Some houses have settled, and are out of square. You have to work with that,” Danielson said. “Sometimes the plans don’t work, and you have to figure out something else. Sometimes I like a good challenge,” he said. As a project lead, Danielson keeps things flowing, making sure that a job gets done – and that everyone on the team does their part. “But the satisfaction of seeing it all done, and being proud of the work,” he said, “Is the best part.” In early June, Danielson’s team completed three weeks of construction [...]

Deck Worthy Beer Pairings

April 24th, 2017|Blog, Outdoor Recipes|

Sunset Classic Barbecued Ribs with a Quadrupel Beer Pairing: Quadrupel No fat, no flavor. Properly seasoned and grilled pork ribs satisfy some of our most primal urges, and nothing less than a bold beer pairing is called for. Wine lovers would likely reach for a brawny Zin or Barbera. The beer pairing you need for ribs is a quadrupel, the Belgian abbey brew that marries huge layers of rich, stonefruit flavor with peppery yeast strains without the astringent tannins of big red wines. Look for Apis IV from Elevation Beer Co in Poncha Springs, CO; Elevationbeerco.com. Grilled Seafood and Chorizo Paella with Saison Beer Pairing: Saison Whatever else paella brings to the party, from shellfish to piquant sausage, saffron rules them all, and it’s both too delicately delicious and dear to overpower. Enter saison, traditionally brewed in Flemish farmhouses for seasonal workers. The most traditional versions are a touch sour, [...]

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Container Tomatoes

Beer Myths

Responding to Hail Damage

Employee Profile: Lee Danielson

Deck Worthy Beer Pairings