Last updated 2 days 8 hours ago
This year’s Earth Day may already have passed, but you can be green year-round with an
eco-friendly deck. Trex composite decks are made from wood and plastic scraps that would have headed to the landfill otherwise.
This video clip provides additional information about eco-friendly composite decks by Trex. The average Trex composite deck contains 140,000 recycled plastic bags. Learn how Trex collects plastic bags from grocery stores and incorporates them into their decking and railing materials by watching this video.
Bob Jaacks Rustic Wood Fending & Decks is proud to offer our customers both composite and cedar deck installations. Call us today at (224) 217-9242 if you’re interested in having a durable and environmentally friendly deck installed in your yard.
Last updated 9 days ago
Adding a fence is a great way to increase your home’s curb appeal. To avoid inconveniences later on, however, you should take into account several considerations before installing a fence. Take a look at the following information before your new fence is built and installed.
Fence Styles
Consider the purpose of the fence when choosing a style. Is it for privacy, decoration, or to establish property boundaries? Does it need to keep a certain animal in or out? Different fence styles serve different functions better than others, so asking yourself these questions ahead of time can help you choose wisely.
Your Property Line
If the location of your newly installed fence is at all outside of your property line, you risk having to replace it. For this reason, you should find out exactly where your property’s official boundaries are. Check with your local surveyor to ensure that your new fence will be built within the borders of your property.
Local Zoning and Neighborhood Association Regulations
Zoning regulations may limit your fence to a certain height. Most height limits are designed to prevent blind curves for local drivers. Your fencing company should be familiar with any applicable zoning regulations. If you have a neighborhood association, it may require that fences be of a certain style to match the other homes in the neighborhood.
Your Neighbor’s Approval
Be a good neighbor by letting those with property next to yours know about your plans to install a fence. Assure your neighbors that you’ve already looked into property lines and zoning regulations. If your fence is only to be finished on one side, have that side face your neighbor’s property.
The experienced crew at Bob Jaacks Rustic Wood Fencing & Decks can design, build, and install a red cedar or vinyl fence for you. We offer various heights, styles, and finishes and have been Chicagoland’s finest fencing company since 1965. Call us today at (224) 217-9242 for more information about our products and services.
Last updated 16 days ago
At first glance, a deck looks like a simple piece of architecture. In reality, it’s a complex structure that must withstand the forces of nature and the weight of objects and people. While repairs can fix many problems, sometimes deck replacement is the best solution. Learn how to spot problems which may compromise the soundness of your deck with the information below.
Structural Sagging
A sagging deck frame can indicate that rot or termites are affecting the structure. As termites eat through wood, they create small tunnels which allow water to penetrate foundational beams. Water and termites together can create a serious rot problem, resulting in sagging that causes parts of your deck to collapse. If you notice sagging, then it is time to replace your deck.
Loose Nails
When planks warp, they often pull on the nails which attach them to the deck frame. You could hammer these nails back down, but this is only a temporary fix which makes the hole larger. While screws could be a solution to replace one or two protruding nails, several warped planks and popped nails are a warning sign of structural problems and a deck safety hazard.
Widespread Rot and Decay
If you notice extensive rotting of your deck wood, especially around the outer edges of the frame, your deck is beyond repair. One sign which can indicate rot is water absorption. Water should bead on the surface of your deck due to the sealer applied. If it doesn’t, your deck is absorbing water every time it rains and may be rotting. You can test your deck for rot by walking its perimeter and noting any soft spots, then twisting a screwdriver into those spots. If the wood appears to be soft and spongy, it has already started to decay.
Bob Jaacks Rustic Wood Fencing & Decks has earned a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship in the Glenview and Arlington Heights communities. You can explore our website to learn about our decking material options, including cedar wood and eco-friendly composites. For more information, call us at (224) 217-9242.
Last updated 23 days ago
Check out the links below to find out just how easy it can be to care for your new vinyl fence and keep it looking great for many seasons to come, as well as how a gazebo or screen-in room adds useful space and beauty to your house.
- Decorate your new outdoor room or gazebo with these great tips and inspiration from HouseBeautiful.com.
- To see some beautiful gazebos and screened-in rooms working together, check out this slideshow from BHG.com.
- Visit ThisOldHouse.com to learn more about how vinyl fencing is made and why it is such a low-maintenance material.
- Take a look at this page from HGTV.com to see some beautiful fence ideas that you can incorporate into your own design.
- DoItYourself.com can help you decide between wood and vinyl fencing by exploring the advantages of both of these great materials.
Contact Bob Jaacks Rustic Wood Fencing & Decks at (224) 217-9242 for even more great information.
