Just like on the fashion runway, the exterior landscape has trends and fads that come and go. Wouldn’t you spend more time outside relaxing and enjoying the company of friends and family if you spruced up the place a little bit? Nobody likes to eat alone! Invite the neighbors over the next time you are… View Full Article
“To batten down the hatches” is an old nautical saying from the early 19th century. The ship captain would call for the crew to batten down the hatches as the ship was heading into rough seas. It is typically used when one is preparing for an emergency situation or facing a great difficulty. Enter the… View Full Article
Fall is all about color. It is almost as if we forget about color for 3 seasons and then in fall we realize how magnificent the world around us really is and it is all due to the changing colors of the trees. Color is also a quick and easy way to freshen up a… View Full Article
Many breeds of dogs LOVE to swim. A quick jump in the lake or stream to retrieve a stick will certainly cool them down in this heat. But what about in the backyard pool? Can the family dog enjoy a quick dip in pool with you? Yes, they can, but with some considerations. First, make… View Full Article
June is here and it feels like we are finally getting some good weather! It is time to get outside and start enjoying your outdoor spaces. The lawn should be fertilized, the veggies should be planted… so get in the pool! Crank open the BBQ and get cooking! Usually this is also the time when… View Full Article
Now that Spring is finally making an effort to appear, we should keep an eye on the groundwater. With all the snow we got this year combined with all the rain recently, there may be some flooding in our near future. The underground watertable normally rises this time of year which is one of the… View Full Article
Yes, that’s right. Spring is coming! and soon…It is hard to wrap your mind around that when you look outside and all you see is snow. But a nice thick layer of snow is actually very good for some plants; it insulates plants, acting as a protective blanket from the continual freeze and thaw during… View Full Article
While we are still enjoying the nice weather you might want to get out in the yard and get a jump on your Fall Checklist. Now is a good time to aerate your lawn, do some overseeding if needed and apply a starter fertilizer. Now is also the best time to attack broadleaf weeds since… View Full Article
We only have the one Mother Earth and we need to take care of her. There are so many different ways you can contribute. Pick an element that is important to you: water, air, plants, animals…all of them need help. Today is a great day to teaching your kids to appreciate the world around them… View Full Article
Many homeowners – and some contractors – are not always aware of the numerous code requirements and regulations that pertain to their particular location and project. This can lead to your project being shut down until you meet all requirements set forth by your particular governing body. You MUST do your research EARLY to determine… View Full Article
