Decks can be one of the more enjoyable parts of a home and you might want to get straight to dreaming up an idea and building it immediately, but before you buy your materials and lay down any planks, there are code requirements that must be met by the structure in order to avoid any… Continue reading Deck Railing Codes and Requirements in Texas

Each HOA has different rules and regulations that need to be followed based on Federal, State, County, and local municipality laws, as well as the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) within the HOA. The most common questions we are asked are, “What type of fence can I build on my property?” or “Do I need a… Continue reading Tahitian Village Fence Rules in Bastrop, Texas

In each City there are different rules and regulations that need to be followed based on Federal, State, County, and local municipality laws. A couple of the most common questions we are asked are, “What type of fence can I build on my property?” or “Do I need a fence permit?”  Those are great questions… Continue reading Fence Rules and Regulations In Austin, Texas

One of the best things you can do for the longevity of a fence, new or old, is to apply a fresh coat of stain to it! Stain is particularly useful in hot climates due to the UV protection it provides. If wood gets hit with the sun day after day without the proper protection,… Continue reading Can Fence Stain Be Sprayed On?

This has been a hotly debated topic for quite some time with many theories being offered in favor of or against setting posts in concrete. There are many different methods of sinking posts into the ground and depending on where you go in the country, you might see one method largely preferred over another. Along… Continue reading Will Fence Posts Rot In Concrete?

Adding a kitchen to your outdoor living space can really expand your hosting options! If you like to entertain, an outdoor kitchen allows you to offer your company a seat at the bar while you do the grilling (or smoking). We at Butler Contracting love installing outdoor kitchens and we made an Outdoor Kitchen Brochure… Continue reading 3 Outdoor Kitchen Contractors in Bastrop, TX

A great way to expand the space of your home in a relatively inexpensive manner is to utilize the outside! Outdoor living spaces are growing in popularity for good reason – they increase the value of your home while providing a wonderful place to host your friends, spend time with family, or simply enjoy the… Continue reading 3 Outdoor Living Space Builders in Bastrop, Texas

A great way to provide cover for your outdoor living space is to build a roofed structure that is attached to your house. These structures are referred to as patio overhangs and patio covers and some even use the word “pergola” interchangeably. While here at Butler Contracting we would love to earn your business building… Continue reading 3 Patio Overhang Companies in Bastrop Texas

A deck is one of the most enjoyable parts of a house, especially when the weather is nice! The only downside to them is that most decks are prone to wear and over time the boards break down and become brittle and are eventually hazardous to anyone who sets foot on them. If your deck… Continue reading How Much Does it Cost to Remove and Replace Deck Boards in Bastrop, TX?

Outdoor kitchens are the perfect complement to your outdoor living space and they give you the perfect setup to host friends and family for an awesome outdoor experience! Adding a kitchen on the outside of your house is a highly enjoyable way to increase the value of your home and gives you the possibility of… Continue reading Outdoor Kitchen Guide for Central Texas

Outdoor living spaces are growing in popularity as they are a great way to host company, spend time with family, and create an enjoyable place to enjoy the outdoors with the conveniences of what you’d find inside your home. One variation of an outdoor space to consider is a screen porch, which is a structure… Continue reading 3 Screen Porch Companies In Bastrop, TX

You’ve finally purchased a homestead and now you’re looking to build an outdoor living space to fully enjoy your property. Pergolas can be a nice touch to add to the aesthetic of an outdoor living space and really round out the backyard experience, but they can also have a few other perks as well. What… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost To Build A Pergola In Bastrop, TX?

In general yes typically your fence being blown over or damaged by a storm should be covered under your homeowners insurance. Homeowners insurance will also cover fence damage for things such as wind, lightning, hail, fire, vehicle damage, and vandalism. Will My Insurance Replace The Entire Fence If There Is Damage Covered By My Policy?… Continue reading If My Fence Fell Over During a Windstorm Is It Covered By My Homeowners Insurance?

Outdoor living spaces have grown in popularity and for good reason. They’re a great way to host a get-together in an enjoyable environment or just enjoy the evening weather with comfort. You went through the effort of putting in a nice space for your family. Make sure to protect it by installing the proper roof… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost To Cover a Pergola in Bastrop, TX

Wood is the go-to material to build a great many structures in the modern age, especially when it comes to outdoor living spaces. It may not have even crossed your mind that you could use a steel frame to build a deck on the back of your house. Well, you can! The question is, which… Continue reading Is a Wood or Steel Framed Deck Better in Bastrop, TX?

Many people are unaware of how easily a well-built privacy fence adds value to a home. But do these fences offer anything besides being an eye-catching and beautiful feature on the property? In this post, Butler Contracting discusses some of the top reasons that privacy fencing has become so popular. They also explore the many… Continue reading Why Privacy Fences Have Become So Popular

Decking materials have changed over the years and while your biggest decision used to come down to what type of wood and paint you were going to use, today there are several more options, one of which is composite decking. Different manufacturers have a slightly different take on how they make composite decking, but in… Continue reading Is Wood or Composite Decking Better in Bastrop, TX?

If you’re reading this article, you are likely exploring your options for what fence company to use in Bastrop, Texas.  We are often asked by customers if we can match the fence bid they got from another local company in the Bastrop area.  Here at Butler Contracting, we have heard horror stories time and time… Continue reading What Are You Getting With a Cheaper Fence Company in Bastrop, Texas? 

While we would love to earn your business here at Butler Contracting we know you have a lot to consider when choosing an automatic Solar gate unit.  In addition, we are aware there are multiple automatic solar gate installation companies in the local area.  The biggest thing to consider when getting an automatic gate installed… Continue reading 3 Automatic Solar Gate Companies in Bastrop County, Texas

While we would love to earn your business here at Butler Contracting we know you have a lot to consider when choosing a new fence. In addition, we are aware there are multiple fence companies in the local area that offer fence repairs, fence replacements, and fence installs.  We have developed a list of local… Continue reading 3 Fence Companies in La Grange, Texas