2 May 2023
After what felt like an endless winter, everything is slowly starting to thaw out and melt. Now it's time to start that spring maintenance checklist and inspect for any damage sustained during winter. Examine your roof. Inspect your shingles to see if any blew away or were damaged during winter....
25 April 2023
The FYI on power washing your deck to perfection What you'll need: Power washer Deck brush Mild detergent Safety goggles Work gloves Waterproof boots SUPPLIES Waterproof tarps Chemical brightener (optional) Sandpaper (optional) Wood stain or sealant (optional) Let’s face it: Decks can accumulate layers of dirt and grime, but power...
18 April 2023
Never gardened before? No problem. Make your grow-you-own dreams a reality with these 10 easy-to-follow tips. 1. Site it right. Starting a garden is just like real estate; it's all about location. Place your garden in a part of your yard where you'll see it regularly (out of sight, out...
12 April 2023
Early Spring Tune up your mower. If you prefer a hands-off approach, take your mower to the shop, though you will want to do it in late fall or winter to avoid spring crowds. Note, too, that a cold mower can be hard to start in early spring. Warm it...
4 April 2023
These 5 simple steps will help keep them from marching into your home Ants make for terrible houseguests. They come uninvited, get into everything, and are in no hurry to leave. But they’re also fairly easy to get rid of, or better still, avoid altogether. Through the warmer months, the...
28 March 2023
With the arrival of spring and the warm, fresh air, it's time to throw open your windows and dust off the dregs of winter. The change of seasons is the perfect time to evaluate all the home improvement projects you’ve been putting off and get down to the business of...
22 March 2023
When your grass starts its spring growth surge, it will soon need mowing. Having your mower ready to go will help you stay ahead of the growth and keep your lawn looking neat. Here is a checklist of basic annual maintenance for power mowers. Any of these tasks that weren't...
14 March 2023
Daylight saving time is upon us and you know what that means, time to spring the clocks forward! While you’re changing your clocks, it’s also a good time to take care of the small home maintenance tasks that you’ve been putting off. Easy Home Maintenance Tasks to Get Ready for...
6 March 2023
With spring just on the horizon, it’s time to dust off your lawn mower and get it up to par for the seasons ahead. The advantages of working ahead not only includes helping extend the life of your equipment, it can but can also save you time by detecting unforeseen...
1 March 2023
Photo Credit: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color-of-the-year-2023 Raspberry Blush 2008-30 Takes Center Stage as the Benjamin Moore Color of the Year 2023 h2 Benjamin Moore, North America’s favorite paint, color and coatings brand, released its Color of the Year 2023 as Raspberry Blush 2008-30 – a saturated red-orange that enlivens our surroundings while awakening...