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Build a Safe, Stong Deck

Just like your home, it’s important to make sure your deck is built right. Most experts agree that the average life expectancy of a wood deck is 10 to 15 years. It is estimated that there are millions of decks in the U.S. that are beyond their useful life and...

Aluminum vs. Cedar or Redwood for Shade

Over the last 15 years I have designed and built hundreds of Cedar Pergolas and Shade Arbors. For starters let me inform you of the education that I recieved from an 81 yo client.  She said, “Sonny.. you are very sweet and you built me a beautiful project but I...

Outdoor Living Resource Site

Austin, Georgetown and surrounding areas are among the highest rank for places to retire and live.  This is an exciting thing!  Though there are times of trial now, many people are moving here from out of state and planting themselves in our Central Texas area.  I...

Permits and HOA approval?

This is a topic that is discussed at every meeting with an AOLG designer.   Whether you are installing a new Cedar Fence, Composite Deck, Stone Patio, Play scape, or a Swimming pool in the Austin or surrounding areas you will most likely need an HOA approval, City...