Build a Stone Patio That Survives Every Winter
A well-built stone patio is one of the best ways to enjoy your backyard year-round. In the Huntsville area, homeowners love their patios for grilling, relaxing, or simply catching a bit of sunshine. But when winter rolls around, many patios start to show cracks, loose stones, and white chalky stains that weren’t there before. Those […]
Cold Snap Ahead? Protect Your Brick Fireplace
When the weather turns cold, a brick fireplace feels like the perfect way to warm up your home. But this week’s forecast comes with a warning that’s easy to overlook: North Alabama is expecting its first hard freeze of the season. According to local reports from WVTM 13 and the National Weather Service, overnight temperatures […]
Why Bridge Delays Impact Your ALTA Land Title Survey
When a big project like the Woolsey Finnell Bridge in Tuscaloosa gets delayed, the effects go far beyond traffic. It also touches nearby homes, businesses, and even property sales. If you’re planning to buy or develop land along McFarland Boulevard, this delay could affect your closing. That’s because your lender or title company will rely […]
How to Pick Brick Pavers That Stand Up to Heat & Weather
When you picture your dream outdoor kitchen, you probably imagine a built-in grill, warm lighting, and a smooth patio where everyone gathers. But the real hero of that space—often overlooked—is the surface under your feet. The brick pavers you choose can decide whether your outdoor kitchen stays strong for years or starts cracking after one […]
3 DIY Brick Hearth Mistakes to Fix Before Winter
As the weather cools down in Huntsville, families start cleaning their fireplaces and getting ready for cozy nights at home. But scroll through Reddit’s home improvement threads this week, and you’ll see something else heating up—DIY frustration. From dark mortar stains to crumbling bricks, homeowners everywhere are posting photos of “small weekend projects” that turned […]
When Solar Storms Disrupt Brick Mason Crews
If you talk to any brick mason, they’ll tell you: every straight wall starts with an accurate line. Bricks don’t stack themselves. Crews depend on careful measurements, solid footing, and tools that keep everything square. But this week, something unusual happened—something no one could control. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a solar […]
Build an Outdoor Fireplace That Lasts Through Any Weather
Outdoor fireplaces are one of the most loved features in Alabama backyards. They bring people together on cool evenings, add value to homes, and make outdoor spaces usable almost year-round. But many outdoor fireplaces don’t last as long as they should. Alabama’s weather—hot summers, heavy rain, and sudden cold snaps—can take a toll on brick […]
Retaining Wall Safety: What Every Homeowner Should Know
Sometimes, it only takes one viral moment to make everyone rethink safety. Last week, a college football player slammed into a retaining wall at the edge of a stadium, and the clip spread everywhere—sports channels, social media, and local news. It wasn’t the play that caught people’s attention, but the crash itself. The question everyone […]
Storm Damage Sparks Stone Masonry Safety Checks
When storms hit North Alabama, most homeowners think first about roof leaks or fallen trees. But lately, a different kind of damage is showing up—cracked walls, leaning patios, and shifting outdoor fireplaces. These problems might not grab headlines, but they’re all connected to one thing: stone masonry. Even though stone is known for its strength […]
Building With Brick Pavers: A Patio Guide That Lasts
When most people picture a backyard upgrade, they imagine smooth brick pavers leading to a grill, fire pit, or outdoor table. It looks simple enough: dig a shallow hole, toss in some sand, and stack the bricks. But in Madison, that shortcut almost always fails. Our red clay soil expands when wet and shrinks when […]