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8 Crucial Tips When Choosing a Location for Your Custom Pergola Construction

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Selecting the right location for your custom pergola is crucial to maximizing its functionality and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your outdoor space. As pergolas in Connecticut become an increasingly popular addition to homes, understanding the nuances of custom pergola construction is essential. To get you started, we will explore eight tips for choosing the perfect spot for your pergola.

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Planning Events? 5 Common Tent Rental Mistakes to Avoid

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One of the most crucial elements of outdoor event planning is tent rental. Tents provide much-needed shelter from unexpected weather and can contribute significantly to the overall ambiance. However, mistakes in tent rental can lead to unnecessary costs, setup delays, or even uncomfortable conditions for guests.

Here are the five common tent rental mistakes to avoid when planning for an event in Connecticut. 

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6 Versatile Ways to Use Quality Outdoor Pergola Beyond Just Entertaining

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An outdoor pergola is more than just a decorative backyard feature — it’s a versatile addition with functional uses beyond entertaining, like gardening, workspaces, poolside retreats, and relaxation areas. A study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that adding structures like decks or patios can yield up to 80% return on investment, with listings mentioning “pergola” selling 2% higher and 9 days faster.

Here are six unique and practical ways to use an outdoor pergola, showcasing how it can transform a backyard into a multipurpose haven that meets diverse lifestyle needs.

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6 Things You Didn’t Know About Tent Rentals for Large-Scale Events

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Tent rentals, expanding rapidly with an impressive CAGR throughout the forecast period from 2023 to 2030, are a popular choice for large-scale events, such as weddings, corporate gatherings, and festivals, offering a versatile and practical solution for outdoor setups. While many people recognize the basic benefits of tent rentals, there are several lesser-known features and options that can significantly enhance the event experience. 

Here are six surprising facts about tent rentals, revealing how they can be tailored to meet the unique needs of any large event. 

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7 Reasons Why Tent Rentals are Perfect for Outdoor Weddings

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Outdoor weddings have surged in popularity, offering couples a unique and memorable setting to celebrate their big day. The natural beauty, fresh air, and open spaces create a romantic and serene atmosphere that traditional indoor venues often lack. However, planning an outdoor wedding can come with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to weather and logistics. This is where tent rentals come into play.

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The Best Tent Rentals for Any Event

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During this Covid-19 Pandemic, holding outdoor events has become pretty much the norm.  No matter what the occasion, festivity or celebration, one of the top trends in our country right now is that of celebrating outdoors.  When you host an outdoor event, you are providing your guests with a safe and refreshing venue whether you are hosting in your backyard, your garden, on the beach or even in an open field, your special event affords your guests a beautiful, charming and scenic atmosphere for everyone to celebrate.

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What Type of Canopy is Right for You?

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If you are like so many other homeowners, you are always looking for ways to enhance both the aesthetic appeal as well as the value of your home.  There are a number of ways to do that and here at Durkin’s Inc. we can help.  Whether you are looking for shelter from the sun on your backyard patio or deck or perhaps you want to create and design a new outdoor living space, rest assured the professionals here at Durkin’s Inc. have got you covered. 

Here at Durkins we offer a wide range of canopies from pergolas and shade canopies to even stylish garden canopies.   Depending upon your individual needs you can always rely upon the pros here at Durkins to help with all your important-decision making when it comes to the look, feel and comfort of your outdoor living space. 

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