If your new neighbor has placed wooden stakes where they want to build a fence and you believe that the fence will be located on your property, then you need to have the land professionally surveyed. It is important that you know where the legal boundaries of your land are and that you prevent your neighbor from building structures that encroach on your property.
Here is some information to help you better understand the land surveying process: Read More»
When the weather is nice, entertaining outdoors is a must for many homeowners. During the spring and summer months, backyards and pools across the country are filled with friends and neighbors all looking to have a good time. A dedicated outdoor entertainment space is a great feature to have for anyone who enjoys throwing parties and barbecues. Outdoor entertainment spaces can feel just as comfortable and have many of the same features as indoor entertainment areas. Read More»
Oh no! You’ve discovered a nail polish stain on your carpet. Surely, you’re going to have to replace the stained section of carpet, right? Not necessarily. While nail polish is a notoriously difficult stain to remove from just about anything, the good news is that by following a few simple steps, you can have it removed from your carpeting in no time–even if it’s already had a chance to dry. Read More»
You don’t need a lot of space to create a water feature in your yard. You can create a beautiful garden pond using a small corner of your yard. Your pond can have natural stone, Koi fish to help eat algae and even a beautiful water fall. Creating this garden pond just takes a few materials and a little bit of time. See below for instructions on how to create a garden pond. Read More»
When you are renting a home, it can be difficult to customize your outdoor space considering the limitations often placed on renters. You are probably not allowed to make permanent changes such as painting, paving, landscaping, or concrete work. However, there are many things that you can do to make your rented yard, patio, or other outdoor space feel like an extension of your home. Lighting is one way to make a yard more functional and beautiful. Read More»
If you’re like most people, you want to do your part in helping the environment. This includes using less water. There is no doubt that water conservation is one of those activities that the experts want everyone to do. One way to do this is to have your plumber install a low-flow toilet. This guide explains the pros and cons of low-flow toilets, so you can decide if you want to have one installed or not, but keep in mind that any new construction is required to have low-flow toilets. Read More»
If you have some neglected trees in your yard, it’s a good idea to prune them into shape before they get too big to do the job yourself. Once the trees are mature, and you need to climb up on a ladder with a chainsaw to prune them, it’s probably best to call in a pro. Another reason you don’t want to delay pruning is because your tree may grow wild limbs that affect its strength and appearance. Read More»
Owning heirloom furniture is like owning your own piece of history. Heirloom furniture is a unique way that people can stay connected to older generations that have gone before them. Properly caring for your heirloom furniture can ensure that it stays beautiful and functional for many years to come. It’s one way you can preserve a little bit of history for your children.
Here are a few tips for taking care of antique furniture: Read More»
Not everybody has the budget to knock down walls and make a smaller room larger. However, you can do a few things with furniture that can certainly give a smaller room a lot more breathing space. Here’s a few ways you can do it.
1. Less is More
The most obvious thing you can do is to de-clutter the space. This is difficult for many people, but if you look at everything in the space, you’ll likely find quite a few things you can do without. Read More»
Sliding doors can sometimes be very difficult to open. Some members of a household, such as young children, often will find it nearly impossible to get a sliding glass door to budge. If you’ve decided it’s time to rectify the problem, here are a few simple tips that can help you get your door to operate smoothly. These tips will also allow you to fix your door without wasting a lot of money. Read More»
