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Summer Is the Perfect Time to Invest in Your Outdoor Living Space

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, homeowners naturally find themselves spending more time outdoors. Summer is when decks become dining rooms, backyards become gathering places, and outdoor spaces become an extension of the home. It’s also one of the best times of year to tackle projects that improve both the beauty and functionality of your property. At Clough Construction, summer is our favorite season for helping homeowners transform underutilized outdoor areas into...

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The Beauty of Wood, The Benefits of Metal

For years, homeowners have faced a difficult choice when selecting gates and fencing: choose the warmth and character of wood or the durability and fire resistance of metal. Today, that choice is becoming much easier. New metal products designed to mimic the look and texture of natural wood are changing the way homeowners think about gates, fences, and outdoor design. These innovative materials offer the timeless appearance of wood while providing the strength, longevity, and resilience that...

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Metal Gates: What Homeowners Should Know Before Replacing Their Gate

A gate is more than just an entry point- it’s part of your home’s security, curb appeal, and increasingly, its wildfire resilience. Metal gates have become a popular choice for homeowners, especially in Marin County, looking for a long-lasting, low-maintenance, and fire-conscious solution. If you’re considering replacing your gate, here are answers to some of the most common questions. Why choose a metal gate over wood? Metal gates offer several key advantages. They are highly durable,...

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Home Hardening: Building a More Wildfire-Resilient Home

In Marin County, wildfire risk is a reality, and how your home is built and maintained plays a major role in its ability to withstand a fire. At Clough Construction, we approach every project with durability, safety, and long-term performance in mind. Home hardening isn’t about one single upgrade, it’s about making thoughtful choices that work together to reduce vulnerability. What is home hardening? Home hardening focuses on reducing the ways a wildfire can ignite your home, especially from...

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Storm-Damaged Fences in Marin County

After the heavy rains and strong winds we saw over Christmas and New Year’s, many areas of Marin County were left dealing with damaged outdoor spaces. Fences, especially older wood fences, are often some of the first things to fail during big storms. Saturated soil, powerful gusts, and falling trees can easily push a fence past its breaking point—particularly if it was already showing signs of age. If your fence took a hit during the recent storms, you’re not alone. This is a very common call...

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