Jul27

Adding deck lights a simple way to enhance outdoor living

As summer rolls in and guests show up, the benefit of having outdoor living space for relaxing and entertaining becomes readily apparent. Homeowners love having extra space where they can hang out, and outdoor environments are a huge plus for those trying to sell or rent out a home.
Overall home improvement project budgets are shrinking [...]

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Jul13

Lawn Mowing: Get Reel, Go Gas-free

Warm weather arrives with the melodic chipping of songbirds preparing their nests. What? Can’t hear them? The steady rumble of lawn mowers not only drowns out nature’s melodies, it disturbs wildlife and sleeping neighbors, and is an unhealthy source of summertime air pollution.

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Step-by-Step Landscaping (Better Homes & Gardens Gardening)
Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide [...]

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Apr16

Sod Basics for DIY Landscapers

Laying sod is one of the most visible improvements one can make for their home. The effect is like the difference between a bare floor and a carpeted floor. The difference is not only for basic appearance, but is a big difference for enjoyment and quality of life; a yard of old, dead grass and [...]

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