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Things to Consider When Purchasing a Home with a Deck

Are you considering moving into a home that already has a deck installed? Deciding which house is right for you can be a tough choice to make. What are things one should consider upon saying, “I’ll take it”? Here are a few helpful deck tips to keep in mind before making a final decision.

Four Things to Ask Before Buying a Home with a Deck:

1. What is the deck’s overall condition? Take a thorough look around the perimeter and “under the hood” of the deck to see what shape it’s in. Do not just look at the surface of the deck to check out its health. Make sure that the joists and other components are supporting one another and that the deck isn’t decaying, rusting, or rotting.
2. Does the deck meet current building codes? If the home that you’re trying to purchase has a deck that is not up to code, this can turn ugly. The last thing you would want to do is to pay a fine for an outdated deck–or even, have difficulty trying to sell your home later on down the road. Be sure to ask your realtor if the deck meets the community’s guidelines.
3. What’s the age of the deck? Now, this question is super important to ask. Obviously the older the deck, the sooner it needs to get inspected. Make sure to have the deck inspected (if it hasn’t been already) and to ask to see if any part of the deck was replaced.
4. What type of deck is it? Is it an older composite deck? Or is it a wood deck? Whatever deck it may be, be sure to ask to know how to treat and maintain it so that it can last for a good while.

Maintaining Your Deck

So you’ve finally found the home of your dreams, but your deck needs a little bit of maintaining, eh? Maintaining your deck takes a lot of work. You have to consider all of the time it takes to power-wash, sand, stain and even, paint. However, once the work is done, it’s such a refreshing feeling knowing that your work did not go in vain.

Contact Us!

Are you currently looking for a moving company to help make your move a smooth transition? Men on the Move would be more than happy to help make your move a successful one. Are you planning on getting a deck installed soon? Contact Miles Bradley today to help you get started or to find out more information regarding the deck tips.

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Add Elegance To Your Yard With A Pergola

So, you’ve just bought a new home in Farmington Hills and everything about it is beautiful. It has everything you’ve ever wanted in a home. A huge cherry blossom tree in your front yard, the trim around your windows, the white brick fireplace, the finished basement, the masonry chimney, the fluorescent lighting around your deck. Everything that makes your dream home perfect is displayed right before your very own eyes. But, something is missing–and you know it. What could it be?

Adding a trellis, pergola, or columns would make a great addition to your backyard. Not only are they versatile, but they add a certain elegance to your yard and home. They provide shade, privacy, and add to the value of your home. We give out custom quotes to many homeowners in places like Novi, Brighton, and Farmington Hills!

If you need a few more reasons why a trellis and/or pergola would be an excellent addition to your home, we can think of a few!

Trellis

Trellis fences are very popular features in many gardens. The fence is actually made up of a lattice architectural framework that consists of either wood, metal, or vinyl. Trellis can be installed independently, with help of cement, or attached to something already in place. This type of fence provides a simple, yet chic look to your garden and yard. Some advantages of having a trellis are:

• It’s affordable
• It’s super easy to install
• It provides a strong support system for your garden
• It can be used for many exterior projects
• It can be used to divide your garden into sections, thus creating diversity
• It creates an aesthetic appeal to your garden
• It can be used to hide the imperfections of your garden
• It can be used as a privacy screen/wall
• It allows some shade to your plants and flowers

Pergolas

Pergolas are crafted with beams and support posts to help break up the sunlight of spring or summer. With its airy feel, they provide an inviting space that allows for people to relax, dine or admire the view. Pergolas can also be decorated with fabric or hanging planters to give it a “pop”. A few advantages of pergolas are:

• It is good for creating shade
• It gives off an aesthetic appeal
• It helps create a visual interest in a minimalistic backyard
• It is inexpensive
• It can be used as a DIY project
• It lends support to and is perfect for climbing roses and growing vines
• It defines spaces
• It is much larger than arbors
• It is generally freestanding but can be attached to another building

Get Your Trellis or Pergola Installed Today!

If you are currently looking for a company to install your trellis or pergola in the Brighton, Novi, or Farmington Hills area, please do not hesitate to contact Miles Bradley. We would be honored to help make your dream home that much more elegant. We’ll even give you a free quote so you can plan!