March Means:
Decked out for the season!
The McManamy Deck & Patio

The enhancement of a brand new deck is hard to beat for overall appeal but when it's combined with a restored paver patio the end result is nothing less than dramatic. The old deck that existed at the McManamy residence was of poor quality and far from user friendly. An antiquated ergonomic nightmare-It had to go. The patio would need to lay into the new deck design and the old patio pavers had a certain look of age that was perfect for the renovation.

Why you should consider light gauge steel for your next deck
by Jason Murrell

Over the years, the quality of pressure treated lumber used for framing decks seems to have gotten progressively worse. Luckily, there is is fantastic alternative, light gauge steel.
 
 
Did you know that adding a deck to your home is one of the most cost effective improvements you can make to your home? Not only is it cost effective, but it will increase your resale value. 
The HBAGK Home Show 2016

The HBAGK home show will take place this year from Friday March 18th-Sunday March 20th at the Knoxville Convention Center. Click the link below to get information on ticket prices, dates, and times.


Thank you to everyone that came out the Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show! We enjoyed meeting and brainstorming with you all about your upcoming projects.


Key characteristics to look for in a contractor
by Steve Polte

Like many other home owners, you may be beginning to look for a contractor now that the weather has warmed up. To help in your efforts of finding the best contractor for you, we've put together a few key characteristics you should keep in mind.

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March Gardening Tips:
  • When night temps get above 40 degrees, feed your pansies with a water-soluble fertilizer such as 20-20-20.
  • Pull or carefully spot spray winter weeds in your landscape with Roundup.
  • Apply a pre-emergent herbicide to your lawn if you had crabgrass and other summer weeds in the past. 
  • Climbing roses should not be pruned until after flush of growth.
  • (Via   UT Gardens)

 

 
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