What are the 4 Common Types of Remodeling Projects

What are the 4 Common Types of Remodeling Projects

What are the 4 common types of remodeling projects, and why should I care? The 4 most common categories include must-haves (Roof, floors), appealing to the curb (Patios, fences), home investment projects (kitchens, bathrooms), and what we call nice-to-haves or specialty (home theatres, wine cellars, etc.) projects. Read on to learn more about popular remodeling projects that will improve the comfort and livability of your home, enhance aesthetics, and drive value.

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7 Projects 7th State Builders Has Done (That Aren’t Patios)

7 Projects 7th State Builders Has Done (That Aren't Patios)

7th State Builders is a family-owned and operated business with over 20 years of experience in the home improvement industry. We have completed projects throughout Maryland and continue to make homeowners’ dreams a reality. Although we have a unique talent for paver patios, there are other things we have a knack for building. We treat every project as if we were completing them at our own homes, and what we build is built to last. Read on to learn about 7 other projects we do that aren’t patios.

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10 Fabulous Ideas for Extending Your Outdoor Living Space

10 Fabulous Ideas for Extending Your Outdoor Living Space

As the weather begins to warm, spending time in your outdoor living space becomes more than a thought, you may be considering how you can spruce up the outdoors. We have some fantastic ideas, from lighting and alternative seating to built-in features like fountains, fireplaces, and pergolas. Read on for 10 fabulous ideas to fit your style and budget without compromise to the finished result.

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Best Deck Materials for Long-Lasting and Gorgeous Outdoor Area

Best Deck Materials for Long-Lasting and Gorgeous Outdoor Area

Relaxing outdoors is one of the best and easiest ways to recharge your batteries, soak up some vitamin D, and lift your mood. That’s why many homeowners decide to build a deck or patio to complete their outdoor living space. But a gorgeous outdoor area doesn’t just manifest itself out of thin air. It requires careful planning, collaboration, and expert craftsmanship to create a deck you’re proud to show off. And it all starts with the materials you use. If you’re considering building a deck or patio for your home, it is important to learn about the different deck materials you can use and how to choose the best deck materials for your outdoor area.

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Beautiful Outdoor Patio Gives This Backyard a Wonderful Makeover

Beautiful Outdoor Patio Gives This Backyard a Wonderful Makeover

It’s funny how you think a project will go versus how it turns out. This goes for us as builders and for the homeowners as well. For this recent project, the client initially contacted us about building a deck. Their house had sliding glass doors out back, but they were too high up from the yard to just walk out. We understood why a deck naturally came to mind because of the drop distance. However, we ended up building this beautiful outdoor patio instead. Learn more about the why and this project.

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How to Determine the Perfect Deck Size for Your Home

How to Determine the Perfect Deck Size for Your Home

Starting a deck construction project is an exciting time for any homeowner. Decks bring joy and fulfillment to any homeowner’s life, from grilling and hosting parties and cookouts—to grabbing some extra vitamin D when sunbathing. But many factors go into determining the size of your new deck. Below, we’ll outline some basic guidelines to narrow down the perfect deck size for your home.

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Ultimate Deck and Paver Patio Backyard Remodel

Ultimate Deck and Paver Patio Backyard Remodel

When we say ultimate, we don’t use that word lightly. This was a considerably large project. All of which turned out stunning if we do say so (and we do). But this project is more than pretty pictures. This deck and paver patio has with multiple elements and areas. There was the deck, the stairs leading to the lower backyard, the fire pit area, a dedicated grill niche, a walkway, and more. Like working with all our homeowners, we sit down and really work to incorporate all the design elements you want to include. For this project, the list was just a bit longer than your average bear. Read on to learn and see more about the project.

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Deck to Screened-In Patio Transformation in Maryland Home

Deck to Screened-In Patio Transformation in Maryland Home

We need to discuss something we often see with new home builds. When homeowners pick out options, there are add-ons, like decks, that you can choose. Don’t. Many times those add-ons get overlooked. Often the add-ons are built with the cheapest materials and put together as quickly as possible. This is how we’ve come about this latest project: a deck to screened-in patio transformation.

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