Lake Grove Community Advantage April 2024

Backyard Bliss

Locally-owned company builds premium decks

By Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer

It’s that time of year when most Oregonians have grown tired of the winter season and are ready for spring! Many residents eagerly anticipate spending leisurely afternoons outdoors. Whether it’s lounging on the backyard deck with a refreshing beverage or hosting barbecues on the patio while children frolic in the yard, creating the perfect outdoor space is a priority. Alex Saculteanu, the proprietor of Grands Decks, specializes in bringing these outdoor dreams to life, and now is the ideal time to embark on your dream project!

Alex was working for a decking company in New Jersey about 13 years ago when composite decking became popular and he realized it was the wave of the future. He started his own decking business in Jersey called the Guardian and after much success, he moved to the Pacific Northwest and opened Grand Decks six years ago.

A thoughtfully crafted deck enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home while adding value and serving as a hub for social gatherings. Grands Decks offers a range of services including the design and construction of new decks, fences, patio covers and deck resurfacing. “Customers get confused because they think resurfacing refers to sanding and resealing their current deck surface,” Alex says. “But we actually replace

the floor. Most times we can use the current foundation and framing if it’s in good condition.”

With over a decade of experience in deck construction, Alex personally oversees every project to ensure impeccable quality and attention to detail. “As the project manager, I’m hands-on at the job site nearly every day,” Alex explains. “I ensure that my team follows the plans, delivers exceptional workmanship, and provides ongoing support to our clients throughout the process.”

Collaborating closely with clients to conceptualize their projects is Alex’s passion. “Building a deck is about creating a living space,” he emphasizes. “Understanding our clients’ vision and preferences is crucial as they’ll be spending a significant amount of time on the deck. We guide them through the entire process, offering samples, color options and visual aids to help them make informed decisions.”

Grands Decks utilizes premium materials from reputable manufacturers, with Trex® being their preferred choice for composite decking. Renowned for its durability, ecofriendliness, and longevity (with a lifespan of at least 25 years), Trex® is unmatched in terms of quality and performance. “Trex® offers superior products, customer service, and warranties,” Alex attests. “Our team is extensively trained in working with Trex® and adhering to industryspecific codes to ensure flawless construction and longterm satisfaction.” Trex also offers different grades of their composite at affordable prices so there are options and customers can choose what works for their budget.

In addition to Trex’s 25-year warranty, Grands Decks stands behind its workmanship with a three-year warranty for deck resurfacing and a five-year warranty for new deck installations. Transparency and integrity are at the core of Grands Decks’ business philosophy. They never alter the agreed-upon price mid-project, even if unforeseen expenses arise.

If you’re in the market for a new deck this year, you’ll want to start the process early. “From the moment the customer signs the contract we are working on architecture, blueprints and making engineering calculations, but many projects require permits from the city and we have no control over their timeline,” Alex explains. “It’s best to start the process at the beginning of the season or even before. That way in May or June you’ll be enjoying your new deck rather than waiting several weeks to start the project.”

As a friendly, locally-owned business, Grands Decks takes pride in fostering strong relationships with clients, prioritizing open communication and resolving any issues promptly. “Our motto is ‘no problems, just work to do’,” Alex declares. “We’re committed to delivering exceptional results and ensuring our clients’ complete satisfaction.”

Visit their website at granddecks.com for more information or to request a free estimate. Or give them a call at 503-305-3965.

Photos provided by Grand Decks

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Clearing the Air

Northwest Breeze remains Oregon’s top-rated air duct cleaner

By Dennis McNabb, Contributing Writer Photos by Carly Carpenter

Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, and studies show that air inside is two to five times more polluted than the air outside. Our homes can accumulate up to 40 pounds of debris in the HVAC system every year, and that’s for households with no pets. The Science Advisory Board has stated that indoor air pollution is one of the top five environmental risks to public health.

What does all of this mean to homeowners? It’s an absolute imperative to follow the EPA’s guidelines and schedule your air ducts to be cleaned at least once every three to five years. And when it comes to the cleaning and maintenance of your HVAC system, there’s no one better in the Willamette Valley and Portland areas than Google’s top-rated air duct cleaners,

Northwest Breeze.

Northwest Breeze absolutely guarantees the work they do, employing the usage of a Negative Air Vacuum, a complex system that uses a compressed-air blower to clear the ducts while a vacuum traps the hazardous particles and releases them outside your home. Their method is the only one on the market, in fact, that cleans the entire HVAC system effectively and without damaging the ducts. Whether cleaning your cold air returns, supply vents, furnace burners, outdoor A/C units and coils or dryer vents, they use all of the most effective, efficient tools and methods in the industry.

Northwest Breeze is a locally-owned and -operated business with strong ties to the community. Support your family’s health while supporting local business. Contact Northwest Breeze today for a free quote. Call 503-851-0212 or check them out online at nwbreezeor.com for more information.

Mattress World NW is a local, family-owned business dedicated to helping their customers get a better night’s sleep, serving their community and helping their employees have the best life possible. We serve our customers with the best selection in the NW and ensure confidence in your new mattress with free delivery and haul away, plus a 90 night comfort and price guarantee.

We support many local charities in the community like Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Senior Citizens Council of Clackamas County, Special Olympics Oregon, and many smaller organizations including high school fundraisers, for which we’ve raised over $200,000.

This April we are supporting Make-A-Wish Oregon’s World Wish Month campaign. World Wish Month celebrates all wish kids past, present and future, and is a remembrance of the first ever wish granted for Chris Greicius back in 1980. Thanks to the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, every dollar raised here in Oregon will be matched up to $300,000. Learn more at www.oregon.wish.org/worldwishday.

Thank you for your support! We are proud to serve your community.

CREATING JOY FOR CHILDREN FIGHTING CRITICAL ILLNESS

My name is Indie. I am 6 years old.

My wish was to be a princess. I love putting on princess outfits, going in the backyard and belting out my favorite songs. In fact, my neighbors knew when I got sick with cancer because they didn’t hear me singing in the backyard anymore.

After treatment, my wish brought me to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at the Walt Disney World® Resort. It was a total surprise. It brought me to this very good place where I wanted to be for two years. It felt like I was in the world where princesses live. I loved it very much!

My wish also created a special core memory for my family as we were watching the fireworks over the castle. I wanted to show my mom and dad how happy I felt, so I took a glow stick and made the shape of a cancer ribbon to wave high. It showed me that fighting cancer gives me power.

Today, I’m asking you to support me in donating so we can share that renewed strength with future wish kids.

Let’s show other kids in our community what can happen when a group of caring people rally around them to make dreams come true. Donate today in support of local, life-changing wishes, like mine.

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Located in the the lovely Woodhaven Crossing community near all of the neighborhood recreational trails, this adorable dual-suite condominium is just what you’re looking for. You enter into the comfortable living room that features a gas fireplace and the character to make the space your own. The kitchen comes with plenty of upgrades, including granite countertops, an extra wide island, new backsplash, painted cabinets, and the addition of a hidden lazy susan. The spacious primary suite includes a ceiling fan, with a second suite providing additional privacy, with both suites having vaulted ceilings. HOA includes a swimming pool, gym, and water and garbage. Central to all the shopping, trails, and restaurants that Sherwood has to offer, this home won’t last long!

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