Deck Building & Repair Blog
Do you want to spend more time outdoors after being inside during long winters like the one we had this year? Would a deck allow you to step outside from your den or family room and enjoy your morning coffee even more? Perhaps you want to relax and enjoy looking at your garden from an […]
Building a deck is a wonderful way to add to the beauty of your home and increase its value. However, when you alter the outside of your home in any way, there is a price that must be paid. Anytime that you change the exterior of your home, you will need to obtain a permit. […]
Plywood is one of the most frequently used materials in both commercial and residential areas. Plywood is known for serving as an alternative to individual boards. This type of decking consists of thin sheets of wood that are glued together for the purpose of creating a thicker sheet. The plywood decking gets placed above the […]
Privacy screens are a great way to add personality to your living space. They’re also a great way to avoid any awkward situations with neighbors. If you need ways to provide more privacy to your outdoor space, a privacy screen is something you should be seriously considering. There are lots of possibilities to choose from […]
Take a second to imagine your dream backyard. When you think about that dream backyard does it include a colorful garden? Maybe it includes a well-constructed deck that coordinates with your home’s exterior. No matter what it entails, O’Leary and Sons is one of the most reliable contractors in Colorado Springs. The professionals on staff […]
With the summer months approaching, cleaning & treating your deck is becoming a bigger priority for homeowners. Obviously once the weather gets warmer, you’ll be spending countless summer nights with friends and family on the deck. With that in mind, you’ll certainly want to give it some TLC to make up for all the damage […]
There is no shortage of options out there as far as creating a deck for your home patio. The most common option to go with is a pressure-treated wooden deck. This is the most popular option at the time because of the fact that it’s the most affordable. Along with being affordable, pressure-treated wood decks […]
Composite decking means that your deck is made from a combination if different materials, mostly being plastic and wood. The ingredients are processed in a way that makes the material look just like wood. Composite decking is considered environmentally friendly considering the fact that they often use recycled or recovered materials in the manufacturing process. […]
Caring for a treated deck Colorado Springs can become tricky, but luckily O’leary and Sons is here to provide you with some tips to ensure its longevity. The process starts by making sure you have the proper materials in place before the time comes to actually begin making updates. While you have decent enough weather, […]
Selecting the deck design that coordinates with the exterior of your home is perhaps the most important aspect of customizing your deck. Choosing a stain color for your deck extends from choosing a proper refinishing to selecting a transparency. It will serve you to be mindful of how often you plan on refinishing your deck. […]