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Welcome to the wolves business
podcast, where we dive deep into

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sustainable landscaping
practices and innovative

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construction technologies. As a
proud, locally owned and family

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operated business, we've been
woven into the fabric of the

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Portland Oregon metro area since
1985. Our journey is a testament

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to the enduring values of
community craftsmanship and the

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unique charm that defines our
city. Each episode will explore

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the stories, challenges and
successes that have shaped us

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and the local landscape. Let's
dig in top three tips for

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setting up your backyard
barbecue area. Creating the

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perfect backyard barbecue area
is an exciting project that can

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turn your outdoor space into a
vibrant hub for family

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gatherings, and social events.
Whether you're a grilling novice

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or a seasoned barbecue
enthusiast, having a well

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thought out barbecue area can
significantly enhance your

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outdoor experience. Here are the
top three tips from the wall.

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Portland's premier retaining
wall and concrete contractor to

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help you set up the ultimate
backyard barbecue and grilling

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area. One, choose the right
foundation. The foundation of

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your barbecue area is crucial
for both functionality and

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aesthetics. When deciding
between a concrete stone or a

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concrete paver barbecued pad,
there are several factors to

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consider. We recommend for all
options to apply sealer after

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installation and every few years
to help prevent staining and

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easier clean up. Concrete
barbecue pad. Concrete offers

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remarkable durability standing
up to heavy use in harsh weather

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conditions. It remains stable
and even providing a reliable

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surface for your grill and
outdoor furniture. Plus concrete

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is incredibly low maintenance
spills and stains can be easily

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washed away with a hose or
pressure washer. The

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customization options with
concrete are plentiful, allowing

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you to choose from a variety of
finishes colors and patterns to

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match your backyard design,
creating a cohesive and

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appealing look. The rock stone
barbecue pad if you prefer a

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more natural look, a rocker
stone barbecue pad might be the

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way to go. Rockin stone blend
seamlessly with landscaping

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elements, adding an organic
touch to your outdoor space.

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stone and rock can also be built
with a pervious design. Concrete

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paver pad. concrete pavers are a
solid option. pavers come in

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many shapes, textures and
colors. concrete pavers are very

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durable and will hold up to the
elements and they are easy to

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clean.

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To prioritize safety. Safety
should be a top priority when

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setting up your barbecue area.
First, ensure that your barbecue

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pad material is heat resistant
to handle high temperatures and

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prevent fire hazards. Position
your barbecue pit away from

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flammable materials like wooden
decks, fences and overhanging

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trees. maintaining a safe
perimeter to avoid accidents.

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It's also important to choose or
create a flat and even surface

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for your barbecue pad to ensure
stability for safe and enjoyable

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grilling. Lastly, proper
ventilation is crucial to

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prevent smoke and carbon
monoxide buildup. While an open

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air setting is ideal. If you opt
for a covered area, make sure it

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has adequate vents or fans.

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Three, consider a covered
barbecue area. deciding whether

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to cover your barbecue area
depends on several factors. A

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covered area offers significant
advantages. It provides

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protection from the rain and
excessive sun, allowing you to

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enjoy grilling in various
weather conditions. This extends

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the usability of your outdoor
space throughout the year,

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making it a versatile addition
to your home. Moreover, a

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covered barbecue area helps
protect your grill and other

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equipment from the elements,
potentially increasing their

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lifespan and reducing
maintenance costs. However,

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there are also considerations to
keep in mind. proper ventilation

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is essential to prevent smoke
and carbon monoxide

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accumulation. So installing vent
hoods or fans might be necessary

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Building a cover adds to the
overall expense of your barbecue

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setup. So weigh the benefits
against the cost to determine if

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it's a worthwhile investment.
Additionally, evaluate your

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backyard space to ensure a
covered barbecue area fits

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without compromising other
outdoor activities or

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aesthetics. By following these
top tips, you can create a

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backyard barbecue area that is
both functional and stylish,

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ready to transform your outdoor
space, contact the wall

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Portland's premier retaining
wall and concrete contractor to

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get started, call us today at
503-735-9255 or email us at info

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at buy the wall.com to schedule
a no obligation on site

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estimate. Let us help you design
the perfect barbecue area for

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your home. Thank you for joining
us on the walls business

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podcast. As we wrap up, remember
that our journey is more than

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just about building and design.
It's about creating a legacy of

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community craftsmanship and the
distinct charm that makes our

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city unique. Keep following us
for more stories, challenges and

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triumphs that not only shape our
business, but also enrich our

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local landscape. Until next
time, let's continue to build a

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sustainable future together.
Thank you for listening and keep

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growing with us.