Best of Duradek Contest Results

In honor of our 40th year in business and in recognition of the wonderful customers that have chosen Duradek as their deck waterproofing product, we held a ‘Best of Duradek’ contest (January 17 – February 23, 2014). We invited home owners and Duradek installers to send us pictures to show-off their decks and let us know what they love about their Duradek decks.

The random draw from all entries received was held on Monday, February 24th and the lucky winner of tickets to today’s Canucks game and dinner for two was Jane Jamieson of Surrey, BC.

Jane sent us in this photo of her deck that is protected with Duradek Classic Barley with this wonderful comment:

“Here is my deck ( in winter not being used mode ) with Duradek product on the floor...I had this installed in the mid '90's and it still looks like new! I have power washed it but now use 'The Duke' to clean it and I think it does a better job than power washing. The deck always looks great and I have never had to do repairs and love the low maintenance!! Definitely would use again.”
Jane Jamieson



"The deck always looks great..." J.J.

Other entries received included this one from Cliff & Veronica MacDonald of Surrey, BC who said:

“Loving our Duradek going on 15 years. Our Duradek deck is one of the most used “rooms” in our house. Seems that we host all the summer parties, because friends know that our deck is the most welcoming! It is so easy to keep clean. Duradek works equally well for the covered section and the part that is open to the sun and rain; and it is equally effective in keeping the basement room underneath dry, as well as the outdoor storage area under it weatherproof. Thanks Duradek!"

"Our Duradek deck is one of the most used 'rooms' in our house..."

And Heather Debevc of Prince George, BC said:

"We live on a ridge overlooking the 9th hole of a golf course and a forest beyond. A breath-taking view in all seasons. The soft palette of our Duradek blends in with out surroundings making our outdoor experience truly memorable. Never needing any maintenance, always looking its best, we are proud to entertain on the deck. We can relax knowing it will provide the look, the class, the feel we want in this space. A grand outdoor room, in its 7th year, is an extension of ourselves and our home. Thank you Duradek!!"

"We are proud to entertain on the deck..." HD

Homeowners Love Their Duradek Decks

This past week, Duradek was at the BC Home & Garden Show and while we love to introduce Duradek to home owners who are unfamiliar with our low maintenance, waterproof deck surfaces…we also love hearing from the home owners who have been enjoying Duradek for years.

It is so rewarding to hear so many of you say how much you love your decks and will never use anything else but Duradek for your waterproof deck surface.

Thanks to everyone who entered our contest and to all of you who have helped to make Duradek the #1 vinyl deck membrane in North America!

If you would like to find out about how to protect your deck with Duradek, contact a dealer in your area for a free estimate.

Duradek of Georgia Earns 5-Star Rating for Deck Installations

The Greater Atlanta Area of Georgia has no shortage of qualified contractors for your home improvement projects, and with so many options it can be a difficult choice to select the contractor that is right for you. Even if you do have a general contractor, when it comes to decking projects you want to choose someone who specializes in waterproofing, particularly if your deck is over habitable space. The professional installers of Duradek vinyl waterproof membrane know that when it comes to waterproofing, it's all in the details!

Crooked Creek Tennis Pavilion: Waterproof Duradek Vinyl = Dry Underneath!

Duradek of Georgia, represented by Royce Hayes of R.L. Hayes Inc. is a contractor that you can feel comfortable working with...but don't take our word for it. Check out this short video clip or read what other homeowners have to say on the Kudzu review site that features reviews for everything you need in home services.

Duradek of Georgia has received 18 reviews on the Kudzu site an every single one of them rated Duradek of Georgia 5 out of 5 stars in each of the categories of Quality, Service and Value.

Some of the comments include:

5-Stars - Duradek
"Duradek is a great company to work with. The steps on my back patio had a lot of wood rot and were beginning to fall and were unsafe for my kids to walk on. The estimator came out the next day and gave me a detailed estimate. After hiring them, they did a great job on my steps and also repaired some other places of my porch too. I would call them for any of my home repair needs."

5-Stars - Great Service and Great Company
"I called the company awhile back to get an estimate on my home. I was surprised at their quick response and reliability. The estimate was very precise and detailed. After some consideration, I went with Duradek and I don't regret it. I will be using them in the future."

5-Stars - Reliable and Fast
"They did my deck for me last year. And they didn't play around. They arrived when they said they would and completed the work in an amazing amount of time. They were done so quickly I wondered if it was done properly. Well to this day it still looks fantastic and hasn't faded in the least bit. They are the only one on my list of contractors."

Royce Hayes will be happy to
quote on your next decking project.

Royce Hayes of R.L. Hayes Inc. has been providing full-service remodeling construction since 1988 and is the exclusive Duradek Distributor in Georgia. With his vast experience and current involvement in trusted industry associations like NADRA, Royce is on top of all current building code requirements and all of the intricate details that are essential in waterproofing projects.

HTR Duradek Rates 5/5 Stars in Decking

Selecting a contractor for home improvement projects like deck construction or renovation can sometimes be a daunting task. While you may have some idea of what you have in mind for your project, finding the right supplier and the right contractor can be a challenge. Duradek strives to make all information easily available to you to make your selection by hosting a very comprehensive website on Duradek products, in addition to ensuring our product information is accessible on the most respected decking association website. But another valuable resource in researching your decking contractors is through consumer review sites.

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The unsolicited opinions found on these review sites from other consumers can help you make your decision with more confidence by letting you hear real-world experiences and comments. One Duradek dealer, HTR Duradek that serves the Greater Toronto Area has received numerous reviews on the N49.ca website and has an impressive 5 out of 5 star rating.

Comments include:

5-Stars - Goat Boathouse
"Wow, our 1955 built boathouse in now a show piece. The glass railing was the icing on the cake. We were very impressed with your crew and the quality of workmanship."

5-Stars - Mr. George Hardy
"The work was done in a professional manner. The crew members worked with pride. They were meticulous with every detail and produced an excellent result."

5-Stars - HTR Duradek - Great Work, Great People
"Excellent to deal with. Professional, courteous and accommodating. On site staff were friendly, efficient and aware of those around them (children). The work site was kept clean. Emails and phone calls were returned quickly and full of information. I'd say I can't wait to work with them again, but the warranty is so good, it won't be for many years!"

HTR Duradek is an excellent example of the professional service that supports a superior product. Visit the HTR reviews on N49.ca to read all of the reviews that gave HTR Duradek a 5-Star rating.

Seeing is believing....so see for yourself the excellent work completed by the team at HTR Duradek.


HTR Duradek
416-881-8822
htrinc@hotmail.com
www.htrduradek.com

Your Opinion on Deck Renovations is What Matters Most

For professionals in nearly any business, word-of-mouth is a very valuable advertising resource. While many dollars can be spent on advertising, the direct feedback from customers that have used the product or service often carries more weight than any advertising medium. At Duradek, we value our customer's feedback and strive to ensure our network of installers is always performing to the highest standards.

For the first time in history, individual consumers have more information at their fingertips than ever before when comparing purchasing options. Wikipedia reports that by the year 2014, the number of household computers world-wide will have doubled to reach 2 billion. While the old-school methods of seeking a business through monthly magazine reviews or time-consuming phone call sourced through the Yellow Pages is becoming obsolete, the immediate results of Internet research gives consumers' access to compare products and services directly. More so, the use of online review sites is growing daily and can be a great resource when selecting a contractor.

There are several online review sites that range from national reviews covering all types of products, to smaller regional review sites covering a specific type of product. Angie's List is one of the more recognizable online national review sites covering nearly any product category. While Angie's List does require a modest membership fee, some would argue that fact may make it a more reliable source for testimonials versus a free review site. Many other review sites are available that do not require a fee, but do require a membership log-in to post reviews.

When researching for your next renovation project, here is a sampling of some review sites to browse.

• Review Centre
• Home Stars
  (Duradek has a 10/10 review on this site)
• Handy Directory
• Handy American
• Kudzo
  (Duradek of Georgia has a 5-star rating and
  18 reviews on this site)
• N49
  (HTR Duradek has a 5-star rating and
  11 reviews on this site)

Watch for upcoming blogs featuring review details on some of our Duradek dealers and installers like Royce Hayes from Duradek of Georgia and Mike McGowan of HTR Duradek.