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Posted on May 12th, 2015 by Aaron Presley Building a beautiful, new deck onto your home can be one of the best ways you add value and functional space to it. From spending some time relaxing in the sun to entertaining a group of people every weekend during the summer, there is a great deal to …

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[Posted on January 27th, 2015 by Aaron Presley] Choosing the right lumber is more than just making sure that the boards you purchase are free of warps, cracks and knot holes. As a homeowner, you also want to know that any wood or deck lumber you choose for your project will add beauty and value to …

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[Posted on November 23rd, 2014 by Aaron Presley] There is no way to 100% prevent a fire from starting. It is just impossible. However, there are ways to slow down the spread of a fire if it should unexpectedly start. Using fire resistant lumber when building a home or a deck is one example of how …

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[Posted on October 28th, 2014 by Aaron Presley]     Fire resistant lumber has been used for a number of years due to its properties of lessening the spread of fire. Many buildings, especially commercial structures, have building codes that require the use of this lumber. Yet there are many residential structures that should have this …

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[Posted on September 4th, 2014 by Aaron Presley]     There are many reasons to consider building with fire resistant lumber. This special lumber has gone through a special process where chemicals are incorporated into the wood as it is then heated at extreme temperatures. The lumber can resist dry rot and last for a very …