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News and Updates!
2023 Good Housekeeping Awards!
Check out the 2023 Good Housekeeping Awards. There’s some really cool stuff here, but I also want to point out that in the exterior categories, almost every item is something that we install. If you call , and want a particular item on the list, be sure to mention where you heard about it. Click
Read MoreCongrats to Our Pool Company Friends!
Just finished reading the latest issue of Pool and Spa News and saw where two pool companies we work with made the list of top pool companies in the United States. Congratulations to Elko Pools and Spas and Graves Pools! You absolutely can’t go wrong using them for service or installation of a pool or
Read MoreProtect Yourself from Bugs with These Top 5 Products
I would say, “It’s time to get ready for bug season”, but let’s be honest, it’s pretty much always bug season for some kind of critters. Here’s some great recommendations for keeping the pesky things at bay. There’s so many ways to get rid of bugs, so I want to give you some variety in
Read MoreOur Roofing Roots Run Deep!
Courtesy of our friends over at GAF, here’s a short video about their roots. We’re pleased to be working with such amazing material suppliers. —- If you’re interested in a complete report on your roof to submit for an estimate or just to gather information, check out our roof measurement reports. NO home visit required!
Read MoreIs Your Contractor the Light in Your Day?
I saw this mural inside a thrift store the other day and thought it was pretty cool. Not only is this contractor the light of everyone’s day, but…safety first! He’s even wearing his safety goggles.
Read MoreCase Study: Composite Boardwalk at the S.C. Botanical Gardens
I wanted to point out a beautiful outdoor project I saw the other day at the South Carolina Botanical Gardens located at Clemson University. They have a large outdoor section that takes you through various climate zones and topography found in the Palmetto State. It includes the piedmont, palm trees and shell rings, and even
Read MoreUpdate on Dave Sr’s Truck Accident and the Fight with American National Insurance
Appreciate everyone asking about the boss! Click on the photo for the update- Both the truck and Dave Sr are getting better slowly. Still fighting with American National Insurance and their agent Tim Williford in Chester SC. You can find us at… 843-238-4798 www.oceanbreezeexteriors Showroom located at 739 Sandy Lane in Surfside Beach, SC
Read MoreDeck Collapse in Alabama
Decks collapse quite often, but rarely is the collapse caught on camera. Click on the photo below to see this scary deck collapse at an apartment building in Alabama. When decks do collapse, it’s usually from a major issue or a combination of factors, such as: Not built to code by licensed contractors Age and
Read MoreOrder your Retractable Awnings online now with no pesky salesman!
If you’ve been thinking about a Retractable Awning for instant shade so you can get the most out of your patio, now you can hop on our website to check them out and even order one. Just click HERE or on the photo below to go straight to the website. BONUS- There’s even a FREE gift
Read MoreOur Retractable Awning prices are dropping!
I’ve got Good News and Bad News! Let’s go with the good news first, because that’s always easier to handle. Our Retractable Awning prices are dropping! Because of some new partnerships with our awning manufacturer and faster install times with our crews, prices have gone down across the board on awnings and awning options. This includes
Read MoreNow you can order your Garage Screens online!
Check the options, see the benefits, and no salesman. 😁 Now you can order your Garage Screens online! If you’ve been thinking about a garage screen to get the most out of your garage, now you can hop on our website to check them out and even order one. Just click HERE or on the photo
Read MoreNew FREE Resource from Ocean Breeze to Help You Prep for Hurricanes and Other Disasters!
This is Dave Jr. A lot of you know me from estimates or the office at Ocean Breeze. Those of you that don’t for sure know my dad Dave Sr. He’s the big boss. If you’re not sure which Dave is which, I’m the one with no hair. Aside from my work here at the family
Read MoreDid you know the VA offers FREE grant assistance for qualified Disabled Veterans?
Did you know the VA offers FREE grant assistance for qualified Disabled Veterans? This is huge! I’m a disabled Marine Corps veteran and my dad and the founder of Ocean Breeze is also a Disabled Veteran, so it thrills us to be able to help other vets get the assistance they need. We focus on
Read MoreAlways Learning to Make Your Projects Better!
I was able to attend a roofing conference by GAF Roofing recently. We don’t even do roofing unless it’s on our sunrooms, but it was a pretty awesome even to attend. Networking with other construction business owners Checking out new products Finding better ways to help you- better warranties, maintenance programs, industry certifications, etc Learning
Read MorePart of Our Warehouse is Now For Rent!
Instead of just storing junk from our houses in there, we’ve decided to rent part of our warehouse now that we’ve moved into our new showroom. Here’s the link to a listing on Facebook marketplace. You can message me there or here on the website- oceanbreezehq@gmail.com. Warehouse Space For Rent
Read MoreFirst Responders can receive up to a $350 Rebate on Hardie® products
HARDIE™ HONORS | FIREFIGHTER & FIRST RESPONDER PRODUCT REBATE PROGRAM RECEIVE UP TO A $350 REBATE ON HARDIE® PRODUCTS Every day, thousands of emergency personnel put their lives on the line to protect the greater good. At James Hardie, we value protection of homes and families. Firefighters and other first responders make it possible to feel safe knowing
Read MoreOur DIY Corner on the website is back online!
Just wanted to let everyone know that the DIY Corner on our website is back up. Got a bunch of folks letting me know that links were broken. I fixed them, added some new stuff, and it’s back. If you’re not familiar with the DIY Corner, it’s a place on our website where we recommend
Read MoreHurricane Season 2022- Know Your Zone, Prepare Your Home, Remember Your Route
***Just received this press release from SC EMD this morning and wanted to post it. If you’re in another hurricane state, be sure to check your own state’s EMD website for their specific information. Dr. Dave 2022 Hurricane Preparedness Week NEWS RELEASE IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Derrec Becker or Brandon LaVorgna Phone: 803-737-8515 | Social: @SCEMD
Read MoreIt’s Hurricane Season, so get ready before a storm pops up!
It happens every year, just like tax day and any other bad news thing you can think of, like appointments for colonoscopies and stuff. The Atlantic Ocean hurricane season runs from June through November every year. In recent years, our area has seen several significant landfalls. Hurricanes are interesting in how they affect us. You
Read MoreA FREE Roof for a Disabled Veteran!
I saw this email pop in from our main roofing supplier GAF. Rather than retell the story and mess it up, I’ll just screenshot the email from them and let you enjoy it. You can find us at… Ocean Breeze Exterior Remodeling – 843-238-4798 – www.oceanbreezeexteriors.com Our showroom is located at 739 Sandy Lane in Surfside Beach, SC
Read MoreIs it time for Ocean Breeze Exteriors to sell?
Just an update on our business for sale to all of you that have expressed interest. We love you guys, our customers, and want to stay completely transparent so that you know we’re not going to take this process lightly and just sell out. Our goal is to pass the company on to someone who’s
Read MoreWe’re all certifiable, and we’re using that to raise the bar.
You ever been in an auto body shop and see certificates all over the walls? You’ll see everything from basic fender repair to obscure things like “small dent repair in the left rear quarter panel of a red minivan with a small dent from a shopping buggy in the Wal Mart parking lot”. The certificates
Read MoreOrder your Retractable Awning now for a quick install!
BAD NEWS- As you know, getting some materials in any industry has been a chore this year. We’re still running months out on some things. THE GOOD NEWS- One of our suppliers just announced reduced lead times on their Retractable Awnings! Futureguard is our deluxe awning supplier. They offer better warranties, more options, more colors,
Read MoreEveryone Loves Demo Day!
Demo day is fun for so many reasons… You get to tear things up. If it looks bad when you’re done, you probably did it right. Great stress relief. No skill involved. Sledgehammers and crowbars were made for this. Awesome workout. Our guys love Demo Day. Now you can celebrate Demo Day with a shirt
Read MoreWho likes credit card points?
A lot of our materials are purchased with company credit cards. It’s the easiest way for us to buy fuel or pay for lumber, because well, who has enough cash on hand to pay for lumber these days? Our company has been a loyal customer of Chase credit cards for years. They’ve treated us well,
Read MoreBuild Your Own Outdoor Projects Virtually
There’s a ton of project visualizers out there for the types of projects we do. I wanted to send out an updated list so you could take a try at it. Most of these are really good and produce detailed plans and material lists. Feel free to build your dream project here and e-mail it over
Read MoreLumber Prices are Causing Panic Attacks!
We’ve had to raise prices recently on just about everything we do here at Ocean Breeze Exteriors. Be sure to read to the end of this…I have a way to keep you down for the current pricing. Supply chains and workforce issues plagued us last year as COVID policies shut down many of the factories
Read MoreIt’s time to start thinking about hurricane season BEFORE hurricane season.
Here’s a great article to help you get set up on the insurance side of things from Bankrate… https://www.bankrate.com/insurance/homeowners-insurance/what-to-do-after-a-natural-disaster/
Read MoreWant to DIY Your Outdoor Project? We Can Help.
As much as we love building and installing your outdoor projects for you, we understand that sometimes… You want to build your own project You want something we don’t do We’re scheduled too far out to meet your needs If any of those are the case, we’d love to help as much as we can.
Read MoreWhat’s Your Best Tip or Trick for Home Repairs?
I’m inspired to write this post as I’m experimenting for the first time with Flex Seal tape on a plumbing leak at my house. I’ve never tried any of their products before, but I’ve always been tempted to after watching the infomercials. I’ll let you know how it goes with my fix. I did use
Read MoreProduct Warranties
Below are the most current warranties for the products we commonly use. Scan below until you see what you need. Right click on the image to download it to print or view in a larger format. Please call the office with any warranty-related questions or if you’re not sure which products we used .
Read MoreDon’t Forget to Include the Tax Credit for Hurricane Panels
It’s the first of the year, and all the talk right now is about Presidents and vaccines. But don’t forget about hurricanes. They’ll be back in June! I don’t want you to worry about them. Instead, I wanted to remind you that if you had hurricane protection installed last year, that you can apply for
Read MoreUpdate on Sunroom Window Shipdates
Just wanted to send out an update on vinyl window ship dates. If you’re planning on getting a sunroom done BEFORE the next pollen season, get that contract in soon. A project I ordered Custom Windows Systems windows for recently came back with a late February ship date. PGT Eze-Breeze is even further out into
Read MoreBlack Friday/Cyber Monday Sale on Sunrooms, Decks, and Everything In-Between!
We usually get in on the Cyber Monday shopping, but Black Friday is kind of messed up this year, so we wanted to start our sale early. Even though it’s kind of hard to sell a construction project in an e-mail. I think I have it figured out. Since we’re still only a few years
Read MoreWe Now Offer Rough Estimates Online
I wanted to let everyone know that we’re now offering online rough estimates. We’re doing this for several reasons: A lot of our clients are second homeowners and aren’t even in town. Sometimes our estimator gets overloaded with appointments during the day. With online estimates, we can chain him to his desk at 5pm and
Read MoreWhere Do Tools Go When They Die?
I hate it when I break a tape measure, lose one, or accidentally leave one on a jobsite. When I do the latter, it always ends up being a jobsite an hour or more away. I’m not sure what you guys do with your old or broken tools. Most people throw them away. Not us.
Read MoreOne of Our Projects Got Picked up by Michael’s
Something we don’t even do for income here at the business got picked up by Michael’s Stores for their Inspiration Wall, and I wanted to brag on the person responsible. For those of you that have been by our showroom, you’ve probably seen our window flower boxes. We’re proud of them, as it throws a
Read MoreIt’s Time to Retire!
We have a big huge ginormous announcement about Ocean Breeze Exteriors! Dave Sr. is retiring, and is looking to sell the exterior remodeling business. Many of you have worked with my dad for years. That’s him up there on the right, leaning on the company’s first work truck. He started the company way back in
Read MoreDIY Deck Building- We’ll Help!
We get quite a few customers come to us wanting help with do-it-yourself projects. Because of our 30 plus years in business, access to wholesale material pricing, and experience with code enforcement, they often ask for a range of services, including: Help drawing up plans or getting engineering Selling materials Onsite help getting a job
Read MoreA Behind the Scenes Look at the Warehouse
Except for the customers that get to know us really well because of multiple projects or things we have in common, a lot of our customers don’t get to see the behind the scenes goings on at the warehouse. Here’s a rare sneak peek. It’s rare because most folks only see the showroom or us
Read MoreMy Screens Keep Falling Out!
I’d like to tell you about a recent project we completed. The customer called us because his screens kept falling out. Turns out, the last company that worked on the project installed the screens using the wrong spline. For those of you that don’t know, the spline is the rubber strip that holds the screen
Read MoreBONUS for you if you refer a new employee!
Good News- We’re covered up with work! Better News- if you refer an employee to us, I’ll pay you a BONUS! I’m passing along the same hiring BONUS offer I give my own employees. Here it is- If we hire someone you refer to us, once they’re here for a 3 consecutive months full time,
Read MoreNeed Help Cleaning Vinyl Windows?
I had some customers ask the other day about cleaning their vinyl windows, so I wanted to send out the same info for everyone else as well. “We have the vinyl windows with screens in our porch. We love it! You gave us some vinyl cleaner that we can use for the interior that is
Read MoreTorn Screens and a Yellowing Roof?
A decade ago, clear plastic roofing and screen lenais were really popular. We did a few of them, but there was a competitor who kind of specialized in those and took most of that work away from us. He was a friend, so it was okay. Sadly, he’s not in business anymore. Fast forward to
Read MoreWin the $20,000 Backyard Upgrade Contest from Fiberon!
New contest sponsored by Fiberon, our main deck supplier. $20,000 Backyard Upgrade! Enter soon, as the contest closes in a week or so. The entry flyer is below or click on THIS LINK to go to the entry page-
Read MoreThanks Conway National Bank for Help with the SBA Assistance!
I just wanted to publicly thank our banker and bank for their help during this crisis. Dave
Read MoreQuarantine Spring Cleaning Time!
By this point, everyone should be staying at home unless you’re buying essentials or are essential. So what do you do with that time? With all the heavy rains this week, especially Monday’s pre-hurricane season primer, most of the pollen should be gone. That means it’s time to clean up those porches. I’d
Read MoreUpcoming Jobs Still on Schedule
I wanted to send a message to all of our projects in progress or upcoming. Here goes… 1. Everything is still on schedule. We are classified as Essential, and our suppliers are also classified similarly in their respective states. 2. Every company we work with is taking extra cleaning precautions as are we. We’re even cleaning
Read MoreGet on Google and Review Someone Now
Reviews are important to small businesses, but getting them is like pulling teeth. Unless of course it’s a bad one, and we all get bad ones from time to time. The next time you have a few free minutes, hop on Google Maps and review someone. Just pick someone you used, bought something from, or
Read MoreWorking to make construction sites safer during COVID-19
Just wanted to let everyone know that as this situation progresses, and since we are still working in an Essential Business role, that we’re partnering with various government agencies and industry associations to make our commercial jobsites and projects at your home as safe as possible. One of the latest programs to enhance worker and
Read MoreWe are still open!
We’re still open and continuing to help our clients enjoy the outside of their homes while stuck in self-isolation or voluntary quarantine. A large number of our clientele is in an at-risk age group, and we are working to keep them safe. We’re finding that many of our past clients and new ones are sitting
Read MoreCOVID-19 Coronavirus Update from Ocean Breeze Exteriors
I held off sending out an update for our business as long as possible, but now that there are cases in Horry County, I thought I should post one. We are still engaged in full operations and continuing to complete all scheduled projects. Nothing has changed for us in the work we’re doing or our
Read MoreWrite a review and enter for a chance to win!
I love getting e-mails like this… But I need your help. Everyone has unhappy customers sometimes, and those are the folks that tend to leave reviews the most (I’m guilty of this too!). I need your help with social media reviews. Follow the links below. For each review you leave, e-mail me a screenshot of
Read MoreFree Book- Finding the Right Builder or Remodeler
Click here to download your free book- Finding the Right Builder or Remodeler
Read MoreUPDATE- We’re Discontinuing an Awning Line
I wanted to update everyone on a retractable awning change. For over a decade we’ve been a dealer for Sunsetter Awnings. We’re still remaining a dealer, but will no longer offer their laminated fabrics as part of our product line. Sunsetter has two main acrylic awning fabrics, the laminated and the woven styles. Previously, we
Read MoreWhat does a minivan have to do with the flooring in your sunroom?
When all the work trucks are busy and out on jobsites, and you need to pick up some materials, what do you do? In this instance, I had to pick up some flooring for a customer and borrowed the owner’s wife’s minivan. It also happens that the owner’s wife is my mom, so we snuck
Read MoreDoctors are Writing Prescriptions for Outdoor Time
Our goal as a business is to build projects that help you enjoy the outside parts of your property as much or more than the inside. We spend way to much time inside, and it’s begun to affect us medically. It affects us so much so that doctors are now prescribing “outdoor time” as a
Read MoreHurricane Dorian Aftermath
Just a quick message to update all of our out-of-town customers on the post- Hurricane Dorian clean-up. DAMAGE: No matter what the Weather Channel says, damage in the Myrtle Beach area is very sporadic and not widespread. Small debris is everywhere. We have a few customers with trees down and roof leaks. Flooding is minimal
Read MoreHurricane Dorian Update for Myrtle Beach Customers
I hope everyone is ready for Hurricane Dorian. I wanted to send out an update for our customers in case things turn for the worse. I just finished a briefing with the National Hurricane Center, and there just isn’t enough information yet to know what the storm is going to do. Operations here are currently
Read MoreCheck out the 2019 Southern Living Idea House
Excited to see Sunsetter Awnings represented on the 2019 Southern Living Idea House. Give us a call and we can install one for you too. As a matter of fact, we can do this exact one.
Read MoreWe now offer financing!
I wanted to let everyone on the list know that we now offer financing. For years we avoided it. So many of our customers have been asking for it. Now it’s here! Building materials have gone up in price steadily year after year, which makes sunrooms more and more expensive. Now you can finance the
Read MoreWhat Happens When County Code Enforcement Doesn’t Protect You?
Here’s a scary item that just hit the news recently even though the actual incident is a couple of years old. So what happens when county Code Enforcement doesn’t do their job? Short answer- It causes a lot of trouble and sets up a dangerous situation. As any contractor does, we have our own issues
Read MoreTurns Out We’ll Do Just About Anything for a Customer
I’m always really proud to say that we won’t do just anything. Some contractors do that, but what ends up happening is that they do a few things really well, and some things really bad. We prefer to stick to the kinds of projects that we enjoy, we do a lot, and that we do
Read MoreWho’s Going to Win $1000? (Referral Program Update)
Our first annual referral contest is well underway. There are a lot of projects we’ve sold because of referrals from you, but a few clear winners are emerging. Here’s the top 5 so far this year. I didn’t want to give out full names, so if you’re not sure it’s you, just e-mail and ask.
Read MoreIt’s Almost Hurricane Season!
It happens every year, just like tax day and any other bad news thing you can think of, like an appointment for a physical or something. But no matter what time of year you read this e-mail, you can’t go wrong if it makes you want to prep for hurricane season. The Atlantic Ocean hurricane
Read MoreDo you have a pile of plywood in your garage?
Plywood strikes again! I was at a brand new house the other day looking at installing vinyl windows in their screen room, and there it was. <cue dramatic movie music> A pile of brand new plywood strapped to the wall masquerading as hurricane protection It hurts me as a builder to see this. Here’s why-
Read MoreSAFETY NOTICE- Retractable Awnings
Normally I enjoy having a lot of fun with these e-mails or telling you about neat new products, but occasionally I need to update you on safety related items. We just received the notice below from Sunsetter Awnings. Many of you might have also received it in the mail as well. Apparently, there have been
Read MoreDid You Know that Some Trees will Eat Your Gutters?
Captured in its natural habitat- a gutter-eating tree! I was asked to do an estimate on remodeling an old screen room and came across this rare find. It’s a Gutter Eater, otherwise known by its scientific name as the Lack-of-Maintenance Naturalis. Please don’t let this creature invade your backyard!
Read MoreNew Contest- Send a Pic of My Guys in Action
Here’s a fun contest for everyone. If you can send me a photo of one of our trucks on the road or at a jobsite, I’ll send you a prize. I guarantee it’ll be worth it, especially if you’re having a project done by us or planning on one soon. Here are the rules- The
Read MoreAre Birds Leaving Their, ahem, Mark on Your Outdoor Project?
A past client of ours called in the other day with a special request. We had installed a pergola for him awhile back. The project was perfect, but the birds were making a mess of it by perching on top and using it as a bathroom. I know. Birds can be pretty inconsiderate like that.
Read MoreThe Sunroom is the New Man Cave
For years Man Caves have been found in spare bedrooms, basements, and garages. Now it is finally time for the sunroom to be the new Man Cave! We have been building sunrooms and enclosing screen porches and patios for over 30 years, and we have seen them take on many uses. Extra dining room
Read MoreWhat Happens If You Get Locked Out?
I wanted to tell a funny story to brag on some of our employees. A customer of ours recently got locked out of their house that we’re in the process of building a sunroom on. They got home from a trip and couldn’t get inside. The battery to their garage door opener had died. The
Read MoreIs Your Porch Rotten?
Be sure to check your home’s exterior regularly for problems and maintenance issues. Anytime is a good time to look over your home’s exterior for issues. I always try to get our customers out of a spring cleaning point-of-view because problems can occur any time of year that are best not left untreated. The reason
Read MoreIs Your Remodeler Trying to Kill You?
I was walking down the street with two of my kids to the playground the other day and noticed this vinyl pane sunroom for the first time. I’m not afraid to say that it’s a very attrractive room, even though our company didn’t do it. It’s also very dangerous. Before I mention it, Who can
Read MoreWe Want to Help You Slow Down and Relax
When I was little, I assumed we’d all be moving around in flying cars like the Jetsons by now, but no. Instead, cars still roll around on the roads, and we’re still hooked on fossil fuels. It’s almost like the future just stopped moving forward. After 30 years in business, we’re still using the same
Read MoreBe Careful of Shady Contractors and Products!
Hurricane season here in Myrtle Beach always brings things like shady contractors and bad products to top of mind awareness. The thing is, hurricanes are pretty much always on our mind here when we’re thinking about our projects. We’re either in the middle of the season, prepping for it, or recovering from it. This most
Read MoreSeeking Constant Improvement
It’s really easy in any venture to get stuck in old ruts and forget that the world is changing around us. We’re constantly on the lookout for new products and new ways of doing things here at Ocean Breeze Exteriors. On that note, I wanted to tell you about a new product we have available
Read MoreInstalling Lexan Hurricane Panels
If you have Lexan Hurricane Panels and have not used them yet, here is a quick video showing you how… Installing Lexan Hurricane Panels Thanks! Dave You can find us at… 843-238-4798 www.oceanbreezeexteriors Showroom located at 739 Sandy Lane in Surfside Beach, SC
Read MoreChanges in Horry County Permit Fees
Urgent Notice- The Horry County Building Department handed this to us the other day while we were picking up new permits. I wanted to let everyone know about it because it will affect any projects you might have planned for the future. For a lot of projects, especially small non-structural remodeling projects like what we
Read MoreWould you mind reviewing Ocean Breeze online?
A lot has changed in the 30 plus years we’ve been in business. I won’t go into too much, but I’ll tell you this. I remember when we used to have to find pay phones to call the office. Then we had a huge bag phone in the trucks that nearly took up a whole
Read MoreIt’s always a good time to prep for hurricane season!
No matter what time of year you read this e-mail, you can’t go wrong if it makes you want to prep for hurricane season. The Atlantic Ocean hurricane season runs from June through November every year. In recent years, our area has seen several significant landfalls. Hurricanes are interesting in how they affect us. You
Read MoreThirty Years Makes Us the Oldest Sunroom Company Around
As I look for different ways to celebrate our 30th year in business, I realized that we’re the oldest sunroom company in the area. I did some research to double-check this before I told you about it. There is one company that’s older than us, but they’re a transplant from another area up the coast,
Read MoreFamous Authors We’ve Worked for in Myrtle Beach
We’ve done a lot of work for folks all over the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach, and inland areas over the past 30 years. I got to thinking about some of the famous people we’ve worked for from elected officials to minor celebrities with vacation homes. And novelists. I’m a big reader, and one of my
Read MoreHappy Earth Day!
Earth Day is a day recognized worldwide for nearly 48 years after millions of people took the streets to protest the negative effects that 150 years of industrial development had on the planet. Since, Earth Day Network’s mission is to “diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide” and has brought the environmental issues onto
Read MoreIs It Spring Cleaning Time?
Spring cleaning is a bit of a misnomer. After all, we sometimes call a heavy cleaning ‘spring cleaning’ no matter what time of year it is. That’s why I wanted to send this out to all of you. No matter what season you’re in right now, you might look out at your porch and say…
Read MoreIs It Better to Remodel or Replace?
At some point we all have to make that dreaded choice of fixing or replacing. Computer printer…Just replace it. They’re all made disposable these days. Car…It just depends on the cost of the repairs and if you want to go deeper into debt on a new one. Your house…This one just depends. It depends on
Read MoreDesign Your Own Deck Online
I wanted to tell you about a new resource you can access online for free. If you’ve ever wanted to design an outdoor dream space, you can do it fast and easy at the Timbertech website using their Deck Designer tool. Just click right HERE, and it will take you directly to their website. There
Read MoreCheck out the New Showroom Improvements!
We just totally revamped our showroom interior and ignited an awesome new partnership with a local outdoor furniture store. Be sure to check out our new showroom improvements and then drop by Custom Outdoor Furniture and Restrapping to see the new arbor we installed while you shop for new patio furniture. I could talk on
Read More5 Most Common Shortcuts Builders Make
(1) Rotten Roof (2) Water Works (3) Wood Worries (4) Crappy Concrete (5) Porch Problems (6) BONUS- TV Tune Out (7) Behind the Scenes UPDATE- Here’s another one that came up recently with a rotten porch that we uncovered. Click HERE. You can find us at… Ocean Breeze Exterior Remodeling 843-238-4798 www.oceanbreezeexteriors.com Our showroom is
Read MoreWho Wants a Discount at Lowe’s?
Lowe’s is our common supplier for building materials that we don’t have to special order. Need wood for a deck…we go to Lowe’s Need insulation…we go to Lowe’s Need a new tape measure…we go to Lowe’s As a business, our spending at Lowe’s comprises a major chunk of our purchases. That’s why we enjoy our
Read MoreConstruction Reading that Won’t Put You to Sleep
Because I’m in the field, I enjoy reading construction books and magazines, but there’s not a lot out there that won’t put you to sleep. I read industry magazines to stay up on current trends and products and find great ideas for my customers. I read instructional manuals when I need to, like learning a
Read MoreWhat Do I Do with My Vinyl Windows in a Hurricane?
A couple of weeks ago our area here in Myrtle Beach got spared from the wrath of Hurricane Irma. It was a good wake up call, though, as most of us went ahead and completed some much needed preps on our homes and businesses. We tied things down. We got rid of things laying around
Read MoreWe Set a New Company Record for Fastest Retractable Awning Installation!
I went out to a jobsite yesterday to time an attempt at a new company record for the fastest Retractable Awning installation. It was the perfect jobsite for it. A simple installation. A great customer who didn’t mind us filming. And perfect weather- not too hot, not too cold, a nice breeze, no rain. Here’s
Read MoreDO NOT Wrap Treated Wood!
I’d like to clue you in on a secret. It’s one your homebuilder or remodeler knows but may not tell you. You can’t wrap treated wood on your porch or screen room in aluminum. Go outside to your deck or patio right now and check it. Are the upright posts and horizontal beams covered in
Read MoreRescreening an Old Pool Cover
These pool cover projects are interesting. They require lots of engineering to meet wind codes, figure out the proper geometry, and get a permit. They usually end up costing almost as much as the pool. Ugh…then there’s the screening. The absolute worst part is that the whole time you’re working, you wish you could maybe
Read MoreLexan Hurricane Panels Run Over by Car
Our favorite type of hurricane protection, because it’s affordable, see-through, easy to install…and tough! You can find us at… 843-238-4798 www.oceanbreezeexteriors Showroom located at 739 Sandy Lane in Surfside Beach, SC
Read MoreNow Accepting Online Payments!
We accept online payments through our website now! Many of you live fulltime out-of-town, travel a lot, or are enjoying retirement in farflung tropical destinations and trust us to work on your homes while away. This is an awesome responsibility that we don’t take lightly. To make payments more convenient while away, you no longer
Read MoreBe careful when you see a business that does everything!
You can find us at… 843-238-4798 www.oceanbreezeexteriors Showroom located at 739 Sandy Lane in Surfside Beach, SC
Read MoreDo You have Critters in Your Attic?
We get called out sometimes for leaks in the gutters and roofing of both older and brand new homes. Most of the time the homeowners think it might be due to faulty construction or poor sealants, but sometimes it’s not… If you hear weird noises in the attic, it’s probably not ghosts. If you have
Read MoreDesign Your Own Deck Online
Wouldn’t it be cool if there was a way to completely design a new deck online and then have it made onsite to your dream specs? There is! Here’s your recipe for deck or patio greatness… Go to Timbertech’s online deck designer Save the project and either print it our or e-mail us the specs
Read MoreEver Thought about Life without an Air Conditioner?
We take air conditioners for granted. We install a lot of them in our sunrooms or connect the rooms to your existing system, but…could you imagine life down south without one? This post was written by the team at Ocean Breeze. If we can help you in any way, please don’t hesitate to call.
Read MoreTime to Get that Grill Cleaned Up for Spring
Since we apparently won’t get a winter this year, you might as well get the grill cleaned up and prepped for all those cookouts you’re gonna have. Here’s an info-sheet for spring grill prep… In case you need a beautiful patio, deck, or some shade for your grill, be sure to give us a call.
Read MoreHurricane Repair at the Blue Cross-Blue Shield Facility
Even months after Hurricane Matthew swept through the area we’re still doing repairs to area homes and businesses. The hurricane tore off almost 200′ of walkway covering at the Blue Cross-Blue Shield facility in Surfside Beach. We were more than happy to help out by not only making the repairs but also beefing up the structure
Read MoreAre Your Windows Sweating?
It’s that time of year again when we either turn the heat on or just let the system rest until the weather gets colder. It’s also the time of year your windows may start sweating. This doesn’t mean you have bad windows (although if you do, call us and we can replace them with high
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