End of season care helps prolong the life of your outdoor spaces and actually makes it easier to open them back up again once winter in Columbus is over. Taking care of your porch or deck at the end of…
Your deck is a haven during the warmer months of the year. Decks are perfect for grilling out, relaxing in the sun, hosting tailgate parties for Ohio State, and more. Because of the great enjoyment derived from your deck, you…
Save Time and Money on Your Builds The traditional way of setting a foundation can take days of hard work, and when you’re finished, all you have to show for it are a few piles of dirt and a landscaping…
Five Fun Fine-Weather Projects Birds are chirping. The sun is shining. Grass is growing. It’s warming up. Spring is finally here! We’ve likely spent all winter making our house look its best but now we get to move outside and…
Getting Your House Ready For Spring – Three Things You Must Do. Hopefully, the cold weather is behind us. Old Man Winter was pretty powerful this year. The days here in Columbus and across Ohio are getting a little longer,…
Make the Most Of Your Time At Home 2020 has been an unprecedented year in many ways, not the least of which is the extended time we have all been spending at home due to quarantine. When you spend more…
This year has been full of change, and a new season has managed to sneak up on us in the blink of an eye. The crisp air, blue skies, and the changing leaves are telling us that autumn is finally…
Molding is one of the most noticeable characteristics in any home. Baseboards help define the perimeter, doorway casings add personality to entrances, and crown molding near the ceiling adds personality to a room. Adding molding is an easy way to…
There’s nothing like a brand new deck to complete a home. Perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or just relaxing and enjoying yourself, a deck is an improvement that keeps on giving. At The Strait & Lamp Group, we can help…
Spring is the perfect time to start on a new home project. From redoing your window sills to building a flower bed, there’s plenty to do, and cedar is the perfect lumber for the job. Cedar is well known for…