The Backyard Pool & Spa Show
Friday through Sunday March 20 through 22, 2026
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Michigan’s only dedicated backyard‑living expo brings together top pool, spa, and outdoor living experts.
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Give Your Home a Holiday a Spruce Up
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, October 26, 2023 ~ The holiday season is officially upon us. But the house is showing signs of wear and tear and we aren’t feeling good about how…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Using a Ladder Safely
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, October 19, 2023 ~ No one who uses them is immune to the potential danger of falling off a ladder. The Guys have seen it all, from a…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ How Do You Buy?
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, October 12, 2023 ~ Years ago, The Inside Guy attended a timeshare presentation. The allure was real; accept a free, multiple night stay at a nice resort in…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Maintaining a Naturally Clean Home
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, October 5, 2023 ~ A few years ago, I had a memorable encounter with a young boy at a convenience store. As I approached the entrance, the boy…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Considering the Best Deck Materials for Your Home
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, September 28, 2023 ~ The Guys love concrete patios. Properly designed and placed, they represent great value and low maintenance while enhancing the stay-at-home outdoor living experience. But,…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Water Heaters and Efficiency, Longevity
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, September 21, 2023 ~ The good news is you have choices. The bad news may be that, at some point, you’ll have to make one. Since 1869, when…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ To Spare Yourself Grief, Prioritize Home Projects
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, September 14, 2023 ~ We see it all the time. Projects done in the wrong order that lead to grief, anxiety and money wasted. A classic example came…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ Annual Deck Inspections are an Important Step
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, September 8, 2023 ~ Have you ever walked on an outside wooden surface and wondered if it’s safe? Whether a step, front porch, or deck surface, it’s natural…
The Inside Outside Guys ~ The Case For Charging For Bid Proposals
From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, August 31, 2023 ~ “No way you can do that in this area.” That’s what you hear in every part of the country from builders and contractors alike…