You have put a lot of time and effort into just the right design for your outdoor improvement, and selecting the right materials. And deciding on the right contractor is just as important. Here are some basic steps to follow when hiring a contractor: Get Recommendations from Reliable Sources: The best sources to find a […]
Keeping water away from your foundation is essential year round with spring and fall rains, summer storms, and snow in winter. Water that remains near the foundation can cause leaks into the basement, not to mention moisture problems. Using Surface Drainage At Your Foundation Walls There a number of ways to keep water away from […]
Sealing the bottom edge of your garage door is not just a good idea in terms of keeping drafts, leaves and dirt out of the garage, it also eliminates a point of entry for little critters looking for food or a place to nest. Remarkably, a mouse only needs 1/4” of space to get into […]
A backyard fire pit provides a great setting for family and social gatherings. Many homeowners have built their own fire pit using a concrete product for the walls of the pit, such as pavers, engineered stone, or CMU (concrete block). Concrete materials used to build a fire pit perform best when protected from the intense […]
The state of a homeowner’s lawn can be either a source of joy or frustration. And it can be truly frustrating if you’ve been spending a lot of time and money on it without seeing much improvement. Lawn aeration is a means of lawn care that could be just what your lawn needs to rejuvenate […]
Paver restraint edging will keep pavers in place, just as you had installed them. It resists ground forces that can cause lateral movement resulting in displaced pavers, overtime. A successful paver project is the end result of using proper construction methods and materials. It all starts by preparing a stable subbase (soil below the […]
We know how expensive it can get spending money on things that you want for your family. By building this durable, high quality cornhole toss game yourself, you can save some money. It should last for years, when properly cared for. It would make a great gift for a birthday or Christmas. We used […]
A cushioned floor mat may be just the work accessory you need to provide comfort during those tasks that have you standing for a long period of time. If you find yourself standing on a hard surface for long periods of time, maybe at the potting table or at the work bench, you may have […]
The simple means of using an invisible fencing system to keep dogs safe, could fit into anyone’s everyday, outdoor living style. Dogs can easily become distracted and that can lead to straying from the safety of the yard, so we want to do everything we can to protect them. Conventional fences have been known […]
Finish your fall clean-up and outdoor projects now before the cold weather hits. Organize and schedule each task for efficiency. It’s that time of year again, when we try to get projects and tasks finished up before the cold weather arrives. As a plus, the cooler fall weather makes it much more comfortable to do […]
