As people gear up for the holidays, they think about gifts, holiday dinners, and how to make the most of shorter days. Maybe they remember to winter-prep their cars with snow tires or antifreeze. But few tune in to that little voice out in the yard saying, “What about me?” Yep, that’s the voice of…
Sometimes by not looking too closely, or turning their heads increasingly to the side, homeowners can put off admitting it to themselves. But one day, they’re forced to face facts: Their walk gate is sagging.
If you’re buying or selling a house, you may run into something called the WDIR, or Wood Destroying Insect Report. At Buzz, we deal with lots of wood, as well as other materials. So this week we’re going to explain about this report which details what little suckers might be feeding on your house or,…
Tiny but mighty, a colony of termites can eat half a pound of wood in a year. They cost Americans five billion dollars annually in property damage, according to the National Pest Management Association. So as you might guess, termites are not suitable friends for your fence.
Winter storms can damage and destroy your fence. It could be obvious – your poor fence flat on its back in your yard – or more subtle, such as loose or warped boards that need replacing. Quick repair is crucial, as damaged wood is prone to further warping and rot. If you’re very handy and/or…
With winter in full swing, your fence might need to stand up to ice, snow, howling winds or pelting rain. Mother Nature always wins eventually, but you can slow her triumph by taking steps to weatherproof your fence. Here are some tips for extending the lives of different types of fence materials.
Our fences provide safety and protection against weather and intruders so we can sleep with peace of mind, knowing our homes are surrounded and protected. But who knew that something smaller than our fingernail could compromise that security and sense of safety? Termites can move from tree stumps to your fence; wood is wood to…
