Summer is almost here and who says you have to stay cooped up in your living room? Make the most of your outdoor spaces so you can sit outside and enjoy them. During the warm summer months, outdoor spaces should be a continuation of your interiors. Move your living room outside this summer, and arrange seating to encourage guests to sit, socialize and relax. Make outdoor chairs and ottomans comfortable with fluffy pillows and cushions lined in weather-resistant fabric, and place a rug made of durable material under furniture that can be hosed off for cleaning. Accessorize the area like you would any of your indoor rooms with art, mirrors… (Read More)

Spring has definitely sprung, and like it or not, that means you’ve got to start thinking about your lawn. Maintaining healthy grass is dependent on healthy soil. With healthy soil, grass stays green without a lot of products and effort. Here are a few tips to help you achieve that lush, green lawn: Build healthy soil by adding compost lightly sprinkled over the grass in the spring or fall. The compost will improve both soil drainage and water retention, help balance the nutrients and pH, and build rich microbial life. Mow regularly with a sharp blade; dull blades shred the grass. Mulch mowing provides free fertilizer for your lawn all… (Read More)

admin - Posted: Maintenance Free Roofing

Metal roofing is definitely gaining in popularity. It’s the perfect solution if you are looking for a virtually maintenance free roof. One of the great features of a metal roof is that snow will slide right off, as opposed to piling up to a dangerous depth on a shingled roof. Additionally, ice and water cannot “back up” behind shingles, which causes roof leaks. Years ago, you really only saw or noticed metal roofs on commercial buildings. Not the case anymore! Metal roofing became more acceptable in residential structures as manufacturers developed appealing colors and corrugated rib options. Local realtors say,  metal roofs add instant value to a home because potential… (Read More)

admin - Posted: Different Sunroom Options

If you’re thinking about adding on a sunroom, it’s important to do a little research. If you familiarize yourself with all the different options, you will end up with a space you truly love! In fact, many homeowners say they waited too long to have their sunroom built, and that it is by far their favorite place to spend time in their house! Ok, so let’s start the learning process. A screened porch is essentially a regular porch that has had the addition of perimeter walls of large screened panels that allow fresh air to circulate while helping keep out insects. Screened rooms can be an excellent way of getting… (Read More)

Before you get ready to sell your home there are a ton of things to do to get it in tip top shape. First up, paint the interior! Most buyers appreciate a fresh coat of paint, and this will help enhance your property’s value. It will also help brighten your rooms, and give them a clean, new appearance. Stay away from bold or bright colors, and focus more on lighter, softer earth tone shades. These colors will help make the rooms feel larger and will appeal to a larger group of potential buyers. Next up, don’t neglect the outside. Paint the outside! Curb appeal is important, and there is nothing… (Read More)