Week 2 – The Front Porch This week we will narrow our focus and put a critical eye on the front area of the house. This area has such a major visual impact on curb appeal and there are several things you can do to bring it up a notch. Day 9 – Remove Algae […]
Lawn Care
30 Days to Killer Curb Appeal – Week 1
Week 1 – The Big Picture Welcome to Week 1 of our 30 Days to the Yard and Garage Killer Curb Appeal Challenge! Remember these are organized on a daily schedule so as not overwhelm you in your quest to improve your home’s curb appeal. This does not mean that you could not group these […]
How Many Calories Can You Burn While Working in the Yard?
There are very few among us who are not looking to get healthier and that generally includes losing a few pounds. Did you know that you can lose weight by doing something other than just hitting the gym or taking part in a workout routine? Undertaking various activities at home can go a long way […]
Fall Yard and Landscaping Clean Up Guide and Checklist
With autumn, you say goodbye to summer but also the many different landscaping tasks that you’ve been performing over the last six months or so. But before you kick back, put your feet up and enjoy the fall, there’s some work to be done to ensure that your yard looks great throughout the winter and […]
Is Dog Urine Killing Your Grass? You Can Fix It.
Bald spots in your lawn are not only unsightly but also discouraging. You’ve put in a lot of work to create that perfect front lawn. There could be several reasons for the bald spots but in my experience, the number one cause is dog urine. And yes, you could have this problem even if you […]
What Equipment Do You Need to Maintain Your Lawn?
There is a bewildering array of lawn equipment options out there on the market for the home buyer! You can choose from traditional gas-powered lawn mowers, push mowers, string trimmers, power edgers, push-type sprayers, rakes, leaf blowers, sprayers, lawn aerators, and weed removal tools. Lawn mowing equipment is the first thing most think of when […]