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Bulkheads are often a necessity when living near the water, whether it is the ocean, a lake or a river. They prevent erosion of the shoreline, keeping your valuable soil in place, and provide a distinct separation between the water and the land. Bulkhead materials can also be used on land as retaining walls, to …

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Published by Bayou City Lumber on March 15, 2016 A backyard deck is a great place for entertaining friends and family, provides a nice area to relax during warm weather, and is perfect for preparing a meal on the grill or in an outdoor kitchen when it is too hot indoors to use the stove or …

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An outdoor deck is a great addition to any home. It provides a place to cook outside on the grill during the heat of summer, to host parties and socialize, and to take in the view while having a nice dinner outdoors. It can also add significant value to a home, when built properly.

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Posted on January 14th, 2016 by Aaron Presley Certain geographic areas present unique challenges when building a home. In areas that are prone to flooding, that have loose or sandy topsoil, or that are swampy, house pilings are often driven into the ground to reach more stable soil or bedrock, and the house is constructed on …

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Posted on December 16th, 2015 by Aaron Presley Wood has been an invaluable building material for thousands of years, but in certain situations, it is prone to decay, limiting its usefulness for many applications. Environments that are prone to moisture, that encourage the growth of bacteria or fungi or that harbor wood-boring insects are especially challenging for …