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Entries from May 2008

Update!

May 29th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Lots has happened since we last did a post but nothing big enough to merit its own posting. So by putting it together into one there’s enough to talk about.

Cordell Mechanicalcame and installed a natural gas line for our new Weber s-420 bbq. The gas line was expensive since we covered 26 feet […]

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Tags: bbq · backyard · deck

Installing a gas line for the BBQ

May 12th, 2008 · 6 Comments

As a lot of people are doing these days we have opted to go for a natural gas BBQ. No more propane and no more running out at the last minute when the hamburgers are 50% done and you’ve run out of propane in the tank.

I called our usual plumber / gas guy and […]

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Tags: bbq · backyard

Update on the backyard deck construction

May 12th, 2008 · 2 Comments

The last couple of weeks have been full speed ahead on the back deck. We opted to go for the Weber BBQ and it will be delivered this week. Now it’s time to finish the deck to take advantage of the weather that’s soon to be here.

Our buddy Ben has been a workhorse […]

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Tags: backyard · deck

Choosing a BBQ - Kenmore Elite versus Weber

May 2nd, 2008 · 20 Comments

We’re in the market for a new BBQ. I’ve never bought one before since we’ve always inherited an old one from our parents. Given that the new deck will be ready in a week or two it’s time in invest in a good one that will last a while. Buy quality once.

I’m […]

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Tags: bbq · backyard

Inspiration for a modern deck design for our backyard

May 1st, 2008 · 4 Comments

So Kirk and the guys have been really busy over the past few weeks tearing down what was left of the old back porch and clearing it away as well as starting the big job of building it all back up again.

I on the other hand have been busy looking for ideas/ inspiration for what […]

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Tags: backyard · deck · landscaping