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When people look into your front yard, what do they see? A natural, healthy lawn, thriving groundcover plants, vigorous trees and shrubs, and a colorful profusion of flowers can add a lot to the curb appeal of your home. If you want a lush lawn, how can you achieve this? Use natural techniques to create a healthy lawn and investigate
Read Full ArticleWhen you think of dangerous activities, you might think of tightrope walking or bungee jumping. However, many very common household activities are even more dangerous because you do them regularly. While you can generally avoid bungee jumping, you can’t avoid activities such as cleaning your gutters. What are the most dangerous pieces of equipment and tasks around your home, and
Read Full ArticleIt’s easy to spend a lot of time thinking about gutters and to forget to consider what lies at the end of the gutter: the downspout or drain pipe. The gutter is responsible for helping water flow from your roof, but the downspout is what moves it to the ground. Both parts must work together to have an effective roof
Read Full ArticleIf it’s a dry summer, your garden needs a lot of care. Much of this care comes in the form of watering. If there is a drought, that lack of water means that your garden could be less healthy – unless you’ve planned in advance. Many homeowners choose to save water in a rain barrel that’s attached to their downspout
Read Full ArticleGetting a new roof can be a huge relief. If your old roof was leaking and causing damage inside your home, getting a new roof allows you to breathe more easily. You no longer have worries about mold inside your roof, and you’re not worried about water pooling during a storm. However, as you work with a roofing contractor to
Read Full ArticleIs a puddle just a puddle? While it might seem like a wet area in your garden, a puddle can be a sign of drainage issues that have impacts far beyond that small puddle. By improving your yard drainage, you can minimize pooling water and the problems that can come with it. Why Puddles Form Puddles form because of a
Read Full ArticleRenovation mistakes can stick with you and lead to a lot of expense. They’re mistakes that you should try and avoid. What are some common “oops” moments that you could have during your home and garden renovations, and how can you avoid encountering these in the future? You Forget About Curb Appeal When it comes to your house, first impressions
Read Full ArticleThe foundation of your house is one of the most important parts of your home. However, it can seem like your foundation is vulnerable to the soil around it. When the soil shifts, your foundation can shift and ultimately crack. When the soil is waterlogged, water can move into cracks in your foundation. How can you protect the soil around
Read Full ArticleIf your roofing choices feel like they’re hanging over your head, how can you know that you’re making the right ones? What variables do you need to consider as you prepare to look for a new roof and get it installed? Here are some of the key questions that you need to ask before, during, and after your roofing estimate.
Read Full ArticleIt’s the small things that make your house look tidy. The flowers that bloom every spring have colors that blend perfectly. You’ve positioned the fragrant lilacs right by the front door. Your living room looks out onto a bird feeder where you can watch birds all winter. Amidst all of these details, the joy of a clean gutter cannot be
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