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Patios, Walls & Fences

Bring privacy, stability, and utility to your home and garden with a patio, fence, or wall. Get tips on designing patios and walls, selecting a location, adding a retaining wall, and choosing materials for your project. Click any article below for helpful remodeling tips from RenovatorsPlace.

• Is it Time to Replace Your Patio Doors?

  Could your home use a patio door replacement? Here are some suggestions that will help you decide if it's time to replace the patio doors at your home.

• Door-1-1: Patio Door Replacement

  Are ill-filling, lackluster patio doors decreasing your home's value while driving up your energy bills? Here's what you need to know about patio door replacement.

• Replacing Your Patio Doors

  Ready to increase your energy savings and enjoy easier access to your deck or patio? Here are some tips for selecting a new patio door.

• The Politics of a Fence: Keep Trouble out by Letting a Fence Contractor In

  A fence contractor can help you weigh your fencing options while he or she deals with any red tape.

• Warm Up Your Porch and Patio with a Propane Patio Heater

  You can continue to enjoy sitting out on your porch or patio right through the fall with a propane patio heater to keep you warm.

• A Deck and Porch Plan for Outdoor Living, All Winter Long

  A clever deck and porch design allows you enjoy the feel of outdoor living, even when the temperatures plunge.

• All-Season Patio Enclosures

  Want to enjoy outdoor living all year long? Transform your patio into the perfect all-season retreat.

• Backyards: When Home and Garden Come Together

  More fully integrating your home and garden can turn your backyard into a paradise that's just steps away.

• Heat up Your Patio with a Fire Pit

  Say goodbye to rusting barbecue sets--add a fire pit to your patio.

• Backyard Deck Offers Entertaining Options

  Wondering whether to build a deck instead of a patio? Here's what to consider.

• Tips for Finding a Deck Contractor

  Wondering how to find the right contractor to build your deck? Here's what to look for as you interview contractors.

• Finding a Deck Contractor

  Looking for a contractor to build you backyard deck? Here's how to find a qualified contractor.

• Backyard Deck Creates Outdoor Entertainment Space

  Want to enjoy the outdoors from a new vantage point? Consider adding a deck to brighten your landscape.

• Building a Fence

  Here's an overview of what you'll need to know to build a fence, plus a link to our detailed booklet on the subject.

• Considering a Retaining Wall?

  There are many benefits to a retaining wall. Here's how to decide whether it's the right addition to your landscaping.

• Retaining Wall Designs

  Curved flower beds ... raised flower planters. Retaining walls take on a variety of designs. Here's a primer on all the options.

• Selecting the Type of Retaining Wall

  Tree rings. Terraced borders around a patio. There are many types of retaining walls to consider. Consider all your options before designing your wall.

• Retaining Wall Material

  Retaining wall materials is sold in several colors, sizes and shapes. Here's what to consider before selecting your material.

• What Size and Shape for your Patio?

  There are many shapes to consider when designing a patio. Here's how to blend the shape and size with your yard and other factors.

• Selecting the Material for Your Patio

  When selecting the type of material for your patio, begin by thinking about the look you are trying to achieve. Do you like the strong structural look of a concrete slab? The traditional feel of red brick? The upscale look of limestone or bluestone? Once you begin to investigate, you’ll find a variety of options.

• Selecting a Patio Location

  Here are some tips for finding the right spot for your patio.