Archadeck, based in Richmond, Virginia, has been named the Top Deck/Porch company in the United States by Qualified Remodeler magazine. In addition, Archadeck was ranked 8th on the Qualified Remodeler 2001 Top 500 list. The Top 500 is published annually to recognize remodeling firms for outstanding

The kids are back in school. The hectic summer schedule has subsided. And the fall weather is almost as beautiful as the changing leaves. 'Tis the season to deck out your deck for autumn outdoor activities. According to Rick Provost, President of Archadeck, now is the time to begin deck impr

For many homeowners, spring cleaning may include sprucing up a wooden deck. Yet, the to-do list could keep them busy until the fall - power washing, waterproofing, sealing, staining, painting and replacing boards. Now an increasing number of home owners are actually spending time enjoying their

Memories of hot sun, harassing insects and unexpected rain showers are enough to keep most families from eating outdoors during the summer. But an increasing number of homeowners are now dining al fresco on their screened porches. "With a screened porch, you can enjoy the fresh air, avoid th

Archadeck, based in Richmond, Virginia, has been ranked sixth on the Qualified Remodeler Top 500 Nationals List. The Top 500 is published annually to recognize remodeling firms for outstanding success in terms of sales volume. Archadeck is the sole deck company on the Nationals List. Founded in

Ten years ago, the average American homeowner would have never considered building a deck out of anything other than wood. Today, alternative decking materials are taking a larger share of the market. The growing trend that started on the coast has now made its way to the heart of the country. &

Many homeowners are dressing their decks and back yards, plus adding much needed shade with a decorative pergola. Sometimes referred to as an "arbor," pergolas can provide the perfect combination of shade, style and simplicity. These stylish, open-roofed structures can be free-standing or at

Continuing to set new standards of professionalism, remodeling companies from across the US were honored at the eleventh annual Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence on June 11 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta. The awards, sponsored by Qualified Remodeler magazine, Stock Building Supply,

Now that the weather has turned warm, it's time to head outdoors. This year, why not create your own outdoor living room with a new deck, porch, pergola or gazebo? Add a grill to your deck and you have your own outdoor kitchen. Add a pergola and you have an instant shade structure. Add a screene

New EPA regulations are changing the way homeowners build decks according to John Hart, Structural Design Consultant with Archadeck. In a move intended to keep arsenic and chromium from leaching into back yards and playgrounds, the Environmental Protection Agency banned chromated copper arsenate

The Consumers’ Choice Award polls consumers in more than 100 product and service categories for outstanding business achievements in specific areas such as quality, service and value. Archadeck of North Atlanta earned the gold medal award (the top honor) in the Home Improvement, Deck Builder ca

As spring rolls in and summer is not far behind, homeowners find themselves on their decks so often, it becomes like an outdoor living room. According to deck experts, adding lights to your deck has become a popular option for homeowners looking to improve safety, enhance the look and extend the use

Do you want the look of a white porch retreat, but fear the maintenance and work it takes to keep it clean and looking good all year long? New low-maintenance materials may be the solution to your problems, says Ed Repak, director of construction and drafting for Archadeck, the country’s le

Archadeck, the premier deck and porch builder in the United States, was ranked among the top ten in the Qualified Remodeler list of the 2005 Top National Remodeling Firms. Archadeck placed 8th on the National List, which was announced in the September 2005 issue. “We are very proud that Arch

It may have a funny name but homeowners aren't being frivolous when they choose Ipe for their new decks. A combination of beauty and practicality have turned Ipe (pronounced e-pay) into the hottest deck wood around. "When people see it they just fall in love with it," said Ed Repak,