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Watch Danny walk through the steps for making deck stairs. While the task may seem intimidating, it’s really not that hard. Danny helps you figure out how many steps you need and how far apart they should be spaced.

We’re creating more space for these homeowners to entertain with the addition of a game room. The existing French doors on the back of the home offered the perfect access point to the new addition. The game room flows incredibly well from the existing family room of the home and the vaulted ceiling makes it feel larger than it is.

There was a time when lawn work was looked on as strictly the guy’s job. In fact, it often took the strength of Hercules to pull the crank cord a minimum of 10-12 times just to start the darn machine! Long gone are those days, though, as the lawn mower has evolved into a tool that any gender can operate with ease.

While most are familiar with architects and interior designers, there’s a new type of designer that’s becoming increasingly popular. Eco-sensitive designers help builders make decisions that increase the eco-friendliness of a home.

From high-tech gadgets to simple changes, Danny takes a look at some new ways to make your home green whether during new construction or a remodel. Automated irrigation systems, solar paneled roofs, and programmable thermostats are just a few of the green additions seen here.

Outdoor kitchens have been rapidly gaining in popularity, which should come as no surprise. Seems like it gets harder to gather the family around the dinner table at night, but when you’re talking about a barbecue, the “whole fam damily” likes to show up!

The family that bought this two-story home fell in love with its architectural style but new it needed a considerable amount of work. They also knew they’d need to add a fair amount of square footage for it to make sense for their family. We added over 2000 square feet with a two-story addition plus an additional 500 square feet with a new back porch.

According to a study by Worldwatch News, water tables are dropping steadily in several major food-producing regions as groundwater is pumped faster than nature replenishes it. We can make a difference, though, if we all practice these few water saving tips

There are several reasons when you need to know exactly where your property lines are located, such as putting up a fence, or creating new landscaping. You’ll want to find out what the local building codes are in relation to any construction, and you must locate your property line.

Even those that do not consider themselves woodworkers, may find some projects that are easy to build. These simple projects will definitely enhance your outdoor living space.