Custom Construction

Spring Cleaning for your Deck!

2010-04-06T11:44:00.003-04:00

Custom Construction is offering spring specials for your deck's spring cleaning and sealing needs. If you're more of a do-it-yourself type, follow these simple steps to achieve the best results.

Step 1: Sweep Deck and Clear Cracks
To clean and properly seal a deck, first sweep the debris — leaves, twigs, dirt — off the top. Pay particular attention to the spaces between boards. Leaves will rot in there and rest on the joists, eventually rotting the boards. Use a putty knife to clean the crevices.

Step 2: Scrub the Wood
Clean the surface of the wood. There are several products on the market, or you can use bleach, cut half and half with warm water, and a scrub brush. This is ideal for small areas and will work wonders on algae and mildew and the like. (Straight, undiluted bleach is not advisable for a deck, and it should not sit there for any length of time.)
For larger areas, rent or purchase a pressure washer. Spray the bleach/water mixture on the boards first and let it soak in for a while before pressure washing. Make sure you cover up shrubs and plants before you start spraying bleach.

Step 3: Apply Stain or Sealer
Once your deck is clean, apply a redwood stain or a waterproofing deck sealer, which will repel water and make the deck last longer. To apply the sealer, purchase a pad with a little reservoir and brush it on. Or use a foam roller. Go over the entire deck surface with the sealer.

(courtesy DIY Network)

Add an Outdoor Room

2010-02-10T20:40:00.001-05:00

Sunrooms, porches, screened porches and shaded decks or patios can be added as shaded strategies and pleasant memorable places. Outdoor rooms make our houses feel larger. Because they do not have to be cooled or heated, they cost less to build than an enclosed room.

More information can be found at www.ccibuilt.com. For more information about adding an outdoor room to your home, contact Jeff Teander at Custom Construction, Inc. at (919) 852-0852.

Let in the Light!

2010-01-10T20:38:00.001-05:00

Natural light animates a house and nurtures the life within it. Darkness is one of the most often cited reasons for wanting to renovate a house, but improving the natural lighting requires skillful decision. Consider moving, adding, or deleting windows for energy savings and better living.

More information can be found at www.ccibuilt.com. For more information on window replacement and renovations, contact Jeff Teander at Custom Construction, Inc. at (919) 852-0852.

Trex Pro Gold

2009-12-13T20:37:00.003-05:00

Jeff Teander and the staff of Custom Construction, Inc attended the TrexPro Gold seminar in Las Vegas. They got in-depth training on the latest product line from Trex. TrexTranscend addresses the common problems of composite decking and offers a superior level resistance to staining, fading, and scratching while eliminating the need for harsh deck cleaning products.

More information can be found at www.ccibuilt.com. For more information on Trex decks and porches, or any of the Trex products, contact Jeff Teander at Custom Construction, Inc. at (919) 852-0852.