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5 Overlooked Pool Area Features You’ll Wish You Had
  • by Megan Haskins

5 Overlooked Pool Area Features You’ll Wish You Had

A well-designed pool area isn’t just about the pool. These five features take your outdoor space from basic to built-for-real-life. If you're in the planning phase, now’s the time to think through how the entire space will function long-term. Covered...

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Make Your Deck Dual Purpose
  • by Megan Haskins

Make Your Deck Dual Purpose

When building a deck, you can turn the space underneath into something way more useful but only if you plan ahead. By adding a deck drainage system before the deck is finished, you can keep that area dry and protected...

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3 Killer Ways To Use Valve Boxes In The Yard
  • by Megan Haskins

3 Killer Ways To Use Valve Boxes In The Yard

When most people think of a valve box, they picture the little green lid in the grass that blends right in and never gets touched. But these simple boxes are actually super handy for keeping important stuff protected and easy...

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Avoid a Final Grade Fail
  • by Megan Haskins

Avoid a Final Grade Fail

If you don’t want to deal with drainage issues in your new home build, the final grade is super important! It means shaping the ground around your home so water drains away properly. Done right, you’ll have a smooth yard...

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Outdoor Home Features That Are Easily Overlooked
  • by Megan Haskins

Outdoor Home Features That Are Easily Overlooked

When you’re building a house, most of the attention goes to the inside but the outside of your home matters just as much. These outdoor features might not be top of mind, but planning for them during the build can...

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