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Summer is the time for outside projects. There is just something about breathing in that fresh air and soaking up the Vitamin D. (It takes only 10 minutes of being in the rays, and you can do your heart good). The summertime sizzle that we add to our projects helps deliver a long-lasting remodeling or construction impression.<\/p>\n

What are the best summertime projects to tackle? We\u2019re listing a few that will not only add curb appeal and outside aesthetics to anyone\u2019s home, but can make domestic dwellings the go-to place for neighborhood parties and family gatherings for years.<\/p>\n

Give the House a Trim?<\/h2>\n

Updating or replacing exterior trim<\/a> can have a dramatic impact on the look of a home \u2014 and it\u2019s such an easy and simple thing to change. In no time at all, a house can shimmer thanks to profiles from Boral, LP SmartSide<\/a>, or James Hardie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Raise the Roof<\/h2>\n

A new roof<\/a> could be just what is needed to make a home standout. Replace worn-out shingles with something new or try metal roofing. Along with metal roofing, we sell shingles that meet any top of the house make over, including roof trusses from S&L Truss<\/a>. Summer is dry and provides the perfect time for installation.<\/p>\n

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Get a New View<\/h2>\n

Open a room to the outside with the new bay window you have always wanted or improve your home\u2019s energy efficiency with made-to-order Anderson Windows<\/a>. Our Linworth<\/a> location is an Andersen Circle of Excellence\/Platinum Dealer and can custom build the perfect window to let light in and get the \u201cooh\u2019s\u201d and \u201caah\u2019s\u201d out of friends when they admire the new view.<\/p>\n

Deck the backyard<\/h2>\n

Summer just started, so there is still time to build the deck<\/a> of your dreams and have it ready for an end-of-season celebration. We carry quality decking that is durable, resistant to mold, mildew, moisture damage, stains, scratches and even fading. From pressure-treated wood to cedar and composite materials, the experts at S&L Lumber<\/a>, \u00a0S&L Lumber 5th Ave.<\/a> and S&L Lumber Linworth<\/a> can help you find the match for your design, budget and get-together needs. And don\u2019t forget to share your before-and-after pics with us on social media!
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\nMake your summer project sizzling hot and Contact us today<\/a>. Let\u2019s get to building while the sun is shining.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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