Spring Cleaning and Maintenance Time
Welcome to springtime in the Rockies. It won't be long before we'll be enjoying longer days and outdoor temperatures that entice us out back door to enjoy our yards and decks to the fullest. Crocuses will jump out of the soil with cheerful sparkles of purple and white and soon after, our neighborhoods will be a riot of color. But springtime is also the time for maintenance of our homes and yards. And one of the best first maintenance projects of the season is to take a walk. A walk? Really? Walking is a chore on the to-do list?[...]
Say “Hello” to our new tool!
We're excited to announce a new tool in our communications tool-belt at DeckTec. The 2013 spring season has been filled with wet weather and an outstanding response to our Early Bird service offer. We are always looking for ways to improve our customer service, and hope this simple solution will improve communication during your service. Our expert finishing crews are now leaving a sticky note on either your front or patio door after they complete one of the stages of service. We're hoping to keep you better informed about the status of your project, always with the best result[...]
What’s the Occasion?
“I can’t believe our little girl is getting married,” Donna said to her husband, Tom. “It seems like just yesterday, she was out here in this yard playing tea party with her friends.” Tom sighed. “Yes, and she wants to have the memory of a lifetime in this very spot. I never imagined that we’d be hosting a wedding in our own back yard. We’ll have to call DeckTec to do some remodeling on the deck they built for us 15 years ago. We’ll have to adjust the stairs a little over here, and add some lighting…” he began pointing[...]
Save Your Summer!
Jeff was out on his Redwood deck one spring morning enjoying a cup of coffee and reading the morning paper. He glanced down at the deck and noticed that scratches from the dog’s claws had marred the surface and the stain he had applied several years ago had begun to fade. He got up and walked the rest of the deck, inspecting the overall condition. He decided it was time to refinish the deck so it would look nice for the outdoor parties and barbecues he typically hosted in summertime. Meanwhile, on the other side of town, Kevin was looking[...]
Now That the Snow is Gone…
Now that the snow is gone and the weather warms up, it's time to clean out and spruce up the house and yard. The same is true for maintaining your deck. Whether you have a beautiful natural wood finish or a composite deck, our experts can help. Every situation is unique due to the variety of use, age, construction and other factors. However, here are the four main ways to care for your wooden deck: Leave it alone - If you have a well built Redwood, Cedar or hardwood outdoor structure, doing nothing is a choice to allow your deck[...]
