Pruning & Trimming Trees
As a home owner, you should pay careful attention to the trees that surround your house. Dead limbs and some smaller "roughage" can pose a danger to you and your family, as well as your home, if your trees are not cared for properly. [... more]
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Repairing Asphalt Cracks
Tired of seeing cracks or holes in your asphalt driveway that negatively impact the "curb-appeal" of your home? There is a simple, yet messy, solution that won't cost you much. By putting in a few hours of time on a weekend, you can again [... more]
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Installing Outdoor Low-Voltage Lighting
One of the most simple and cost effective ways to liven up your landscaping is through subtle illumination. Low voltage lighting is simple to install and offers many benefits including ambiance, safety and security. They can be used to illuminate ... [... more]
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Repairing Concrete Cracks
While concrete driveways look nice when they are new, over time the concrete can chip, crack and crumble. Cracks and potholes form due to the freezing and thawing of water that has seeped under the driveway through smaller cracks, weed or grass ... [... more]
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Repairing & Maintaining Gutters
There are four basic types of gutters available - aluminum, galvanized steel, vinyl and sometimes you will find wood gutters. Galvanized steel gutters, although the least expensive, also require the most attention and maintenance. Both aluminum ... [... more]
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Patching Dead Grass
Maintaining a beautiful lawn can be a lot of work. Lack of water, too much water, too much thatch, insects, over fertilization and an over abundance of weeds can all play factors in the demise of all or part of your lawn. Due to these varying ... [... more]
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Sealcoating Asphalt Driveways
Driveway Sealer - typically one 5-gallon drum of sealer for every 750-1000 Each year, if you have an asphalt driveway, it is important that you sealcoat your driveway against the elements. Doing so regularly will prevent the cycles of melting and ... [... more]
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Cleaning Gutters
It is important that you maintain a free-flowing gutter system as your gutters prevent rain from running from your roof and falling too close to your house. Getting water to flow away from your house properly will protect your foundation, keep ... [... more]
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Laying a Brick Walkway or Patio
The durability and aesthetic characteristics of brick patios and walkways make for the foundation of great spaces around your home. While installing brick walks and patios is not a difficult task, it may be rather time consuming depending on the ... [... more]
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Installing a Frost-Free Sillcock
If you live in a colder climate, your water pipes may be susceptible to freezing. For the most part, your plumbing is safely inside the heated living space of your house. However, a sillcock (spigot) on the outside wall of your house is exposed ... [... more]
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Laying Stepping Stones
Do you need a simple, yet attractive way to move about your yard or garden? Stepping stones create a very natural looking walkway through a garden or to the front door of your home. There are a multitude of materials that can be used as stepping ... [... more]
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Replacing Asphalt Shingles
Your home's roof is the first line of defense in keeping the elements out. A common problem among both new and old roofs alike is damaged shingles. Wind, falling tree limbs, or just normal wear and tear can damage shingles. It is critical to ... [... more]
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