The best part of container gardening is that you can make it your own. Give it a signature twist with the plants you choose, the vessels you use, the décor you add or all of the above. Besides signing your personal autograph with your selections, planting in containers has many other advantages, too. If you […]
We’ve all been fantasizing about it for months, and finally warmer weather has arrived. Of course all you want to do is fire up the grill and start working on your tan, but before you can kick back in your hammock or poolside, there are a few tasks you’ll need to tackle. And you can bet they’re […]
In the Spring and Summer, we naturally head outdoors to start tending to our yards and gardens. Yard work can be time-consuming, sweat-producing, muscle-aching work, so it’s natural that you’d like to cut corners where you can. But many of these “timesavers” can end up causing serious injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety […]
During the long Summer season, there are few pests as worrisome as ticks. Most prevalent between April and September, these tiny terrors can latch on and spread serious diseases between hosts, endangering the health of your family and pets. Ridding your yard of them is essential. Luckily, however, they are relatively simple to kill and […]
Spring pollen and rain can make quite a mess of your windows and doors, so take some time this spring to clean window and door glass. While it may seem like a sunny day would be the perfect time to tackle this chore, it’s actually best to do it on a cloudy day when the […]
If the winter has left your wood deck looking weathered, worn and shabby, May is the perfect time to spruce it up for summer outdoor entertaining. Steps to Clean, Repair, and Refinish a Wood Deck Spray down the deck with a commercial deck cleaner. Use a pressure washer or scrub brush to remove mildew and […]
Weather, temperature changes, the sun, and pollen can wreak havoc on outdoor patio furniture. As we head into alfresco dining season, you want to make sure your deck or patio furniture will hold its weight all summer long. Here are some quick tips for cleaning a variety of furniture materials. Outdoor Furniture Cleaning Tips For… […]
To celebrate America’s weirdest, wildest and wackiest homes for sale, this month HGTV brings you its newest real estate series Zillow Gone Wild — inspired by the popular Instagram account @ZillowGoneWild and hosted by actor and comedian Jack McBrayer. What is Zillow Gone Wild About? Every week, McBrayer, who’s best known for his Emmy-nominated role in 30 Rock, will invite viewers to […]
Now that Winter’s snow and ice has cleared, it’s time to clean off your home’s deck and outdoor areas for spring. Over those frigid months, your porch, windows, screens, and drainage system may have taken on dirt and damage. This is Mother Nature’s prime time for cleaning, gardening, and enjoying the sunshine. Look High and […]
It’s important to clean gutters and downspouts regularly to prevent water damage to your home. Over the Winter months, leaves and other debris have had a chance to build up. And according to the NOAA, even though severe thunderstorms can occur any month of the year, the peak Severe Weather Season is during the spring months of March, April, […]