From Vision to Reality: What It’s Really Like to Build a Deck with MGS Contracting Services
A Transparent Walkthrough of Our Process, So You Know What to Expect and Why It Matters Building a deck is one of the most exciting investments you can make in your home. It’s about taking a vision, whether that’s family barbecues under the summer sun or a peaceful place to enjoy your morning coffee, and […]
7 Bedroom Paint Color Trends That Will Take Over Walls in 2026
Why 2026 Is the Year of the Elevated Bedroom A Fresh Era of Color Psychology in Design: In 2026, interior design is entering a new era where paint color trends are all about comfort, wellbeing, and personality. The past decade saw many homeowners favoring safe neutrals and minimalism, but tastes are shifting in paint color […]
2026’s Earthy Vibrancy: The Warm, Bold Color Trend Taking Over
A New Color Era in Home Design Earthy Vibrancy Gone are the days of flat grays and sterile whites. Home design is entering a warm and soulful chapter, and the 2026 paint color trends are leading the way. For homeowners and designers alike, 2026 paint color choices are all about reconnecting with nature through color. […]
The Easiest Room Refresh That Takes Less Than 30 Minutes (And It’s Not Paint!)
New Year, New Light Want to make your home feel brighter, warmer, and more elevated—without picking up a paintbrush? After the holidays, many of us feel that familiar post-holiday slump when the festive decor comes down and our living spaces suddenly seem a bit drab. It’s a new year, and with it comes the itch […]
10 Winter Home Renovations You Should Never Attempt, According to Contractor Chris Chapman
Why Winter Isn’t Ideal for All Renovations Winter Home Renovations Picture this: a frigid January morning in Northern Virginia. Snow drifts pile up against the porch, icicles dangle from the eaves, and a thin layer of ice coats the roof. You’re cozy inside with a hot coffee, staring at the scuffed paint on your living […]
7 Things Every Homeowner Needs to Check Before the First Freeze—It’ll Save You Thousands in Damage
Introduction: Why Preparing Before the First Freeze Matters Winter can sneak up quickly in Northern Virginia. Early cold snaps often catch homeowners off-guard, which is why every homeowner needs to check their home’s winter readiness well before the first freeze. Taking time in the fall to inspect and prepare your home can save you from […]
6 Outdoor Home Projects You Should Finish Before the First Freeze Hits: A Virginia Homeowner’s Guide
Introduction: Why Prepping Before the Freeze Matters in Virginia Shortening days, crisp air, and falling leaves signal more than just pumpkin spice season, they’re a warning bell for homeowners to prep before the first frost. In Virginia, the average first freeze can arrive by late October or early November (for example, Richmond has a 50% […]
Part 2: How to Clean Under Your Deck the Right Way So It Lasts Longer
Extra Pro Tips for Virginia Homeowners Cleaning under your deck once or twice a year is great, but there are a few extra steps and preventative measures that can make those cleanings easier and help your deck’s underside stay dry and problem-free. Consider these pro tips that especially apply to our Virginia climate and terrain: […]
Part 1: How to Clean Under Your Deck the Right Way So It Lasts Longer
An Essential Guide for Virginia Families Who Love Their Outdoor Space How to Clean Under Your Deck Introduction: The Hidden Half of Your Outdoor Living Space Picture a beautiful spring Saturday in Virginia — the grill’s fired up, the kids are chasing each other barefoot across the deck… Meanwhile, underneath that wooden deck? A forgotten […]
10 Under-Deck Storage Ideas for Virginia Families Who Love the Outdoors
Introduction Deck Storage Picture this: a sunny Virginia afternoon after a weekend of family fun. The kids’ bikes are strewn across the yard, muddy gardening tools lean against the house, and the patio cushions you forgot to bring in last night are still soggy from the morning dew. If this cluttered backyard scene feels familiar, […]