New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home The end of December marks the time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. You know, the year-end pledges 60% of us make, but only 8% keep. Noble goals like dieting, exercising, and saving money are too often easier said than done, so this year we are determined
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Celebrate Home Improvement Projects This Holiday December may be the season for Ho, Ho, Ho, but as Maryland’s number one choice for home improvement projects, we like to think of it as a time to show of your home, home, home. And apparently, we’re not the only ones. Decorations alone account for around $200
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Happy Thanksgiving from Excel Fencing & Decking Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of year. As Maryland’s leading fencing and decking professionals, it’s hard for us to go against warm weather celebrations like the Fourth of July and the backyard barbecues, pool parties, and fireworks they bring. You probably won’t want to be
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Warm Up to Winter with This Fireplace Primer Autumn’s falling temperatures leave many individuals feeling frosty this time of year, but there’s a bright side certain to warm even the most frigid demeanors. Once it gets cold outside, it’s time to turn up the heat indoors with a fireplace. There’s something about cozying up
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Winterizing Your Home: Part 2 One of the best things about autumn is watching all the colors come to life. Unfortunately, this also means it’s time to focus on winterizing your home. Take advantage of the beautiful weather in Central Maryland to make some important changes around your property. Conduct your annual home inspection—if
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Winterizing Your Home: Part 1 It won’t be long before the cold winter winds start blowing. And if you haven’t taken the proper steps to protecting your home, those winds will blow right into your house. Maximizing every exposed crack and crevice. You’ll feel it in your bones, along with your wallet since it’s estimated
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The Perks of Owning a Pergola Feeling bored by your backyard? Instantly upgrade your outdoor entertaining space by installing a pergola! This fun feature adds both form and function to any property. Its inviting archway brings movement and flow to your garden or deck while impressing neighbors and guests with its stunning visual impact.
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Gear Up for Game Day Football season has returned, and that means many of us will be glued to our televisions on game day. Although our favorite teams likely won’t win every week, that doesn’t mean you can’t feel like a winner by watching the game in style. From decked-out dens to beefed-up basements, your
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Love Labor Day with These Party Tips Summer’s on its way out, but we still have Labor Day to look forward to! As the one day of the year dedicated to celebrating and rewarding the hard-working men and women of America, it calls for a good party! Think of it as your last opportunity to
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5 Important Fire Pit Safety Tips A fire pit can turn up the heat at your next backyard bash, but make sure you keep a few safety tips in mind. Since they’re affordable and easy to install, fire pits add year-round entertainment to any property. From backyard camping to Saturday night s’mores to bonfires after
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