Mildew and algae can grow on both horizontal and vertical exterior surfaces. They can grow so slowly that you may not be aware of their presence until they become very visible by discoloring the surface, or when a walking surface becomes slippery, especially when the surface is wet. Mildew is typically black or gray […]
Deciding on improving your yard’s landscape with trees and shrubs can be a great home improvement project. And like any improvement you make to your house or yard, it can be an expensive project. Buying three 6′ to 7′ evergreen trees at $180.00 each, can quickly add up. As a homeowner, you’ll likely be committed […]
Protecting existing and newly installed trees on a residential construction site is important because trees are a valuable asset to a home’s landscape. Taking a little time to provide this protection is well worth the effort, especially for mature existing trees whose value can be irreplaceable. We were at a residential building site a few […]
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 […]
Recently we visited a Home & Garden show where ideas abound for enhancing the comfort, convenience, and beauty of the house and the outdoors for homeowners. One of the displays that caught our eye was of a company that builds yard/garden storage structures, including garden sheds, dutch barns, garages, playhouses, and even weekend cabins. We […]
Do you decorate outdoors for Halloween? Do you decorate with the cute and funny Halloween items, or are you into the spooky and scary theme? It seems lately that we have seen more spooky outdoor Halloween themes than any other. Spooky must be the latest scary trend! We have spotted some really great outdoor Halloween […]
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 […]
Traveling along the highway and those stretches of country roads, those long expanses of the classic post and rail fences are a familiar site, beautifully poised to follow the rise and fall of the ever undulating lay of the land. They really give a rather grandeur presence to whatever lies behind them, even if […]
Get organized with these tips for your spring to-do list. Get your yard ready for family outdoor fun and those special occasions. Spring is here and it is time to get outside, enjoy the warm weather, and start those outdoor projects on your spring to-do list. Spring holds so many great opportunities for us to […]
