Outdoor living and patio cover options add an entertainment area that can be used year-round. They often include a grill, seating, a covered patio area, possibly a fireplace or fire pit, and in many instances casual dining areas. Patios Patio covers are common with fully roofed outdoor spaces, allowing customers to choose from a traditionally attached covering or a free-standing …
Hardscaping Projects That Add Value to your Home
When you invest in hardscaping such as patios, outdoor kitchens, and stonework, you not only add beauty and function to your outdoor living space, you also add value beyond plants and shrubbery. Here are six hardscaping projects that add value to your home. 1. Patios And Decks A beautiful patio or deck extends your living space into the outdoors. Concrete …
Grill Cleaning Checklist for Summer
During the Texas summer, your grill becomes your most valuable cooking appliance. You use your outdoor kitchen for everything from cooking hamburgers on the weekend to preparing hotdogs for the kids or even cooking a well-deserved steak after a hard day at work. The last thing you want is to find your grill is out of commission right before a …
Summer Lawn Care Tips Made Easy
Summer has arrived and along with it comes the beautiful sunny weather that we are accustomed to here in North Texas. Unfortunately, the hot sun and dry conditions could wreak havoc with your lawn if you are not careful. Keep your lawn healthy and looking great for backyard barbeques and parties this year by following these easy summer lawn care …
How to Clean Landscape Drains
Landscape drains are one of those things you don’t think about until they stop working. They do, however, perform an important function on your property. They not only direct water away from trees and flower beds, preventing erosion, but they also direct water away from your home. Excess water near the house can result in a flooded basement when it rains …
Fire Up the Grill: Outdoor Kitchen Must-Haves
Imagine your next get-together outside in the fresh air with family and friends cooking and enjoying a delicious meal. Outdoor kitchens are one of the most impressive improvements you can make to your home, and for good reason. Before you start entertaining this summer, here’s how you can transform your backyard into an outdoor kitchen fit for a culinary master. …
The Rundown on Landscape Drains
Water from rainfall or snowmelt is typically absorbed into the ground. However, sometimes when rainfall is particularly heavy or the ground is already saturated, water can’t be absorbed quickly enough, causing it to pool. If this happens, it can create serious problems for homeowners and their lawns. When water begins to collect, landscape drains are the most common and effective …
How to Maintain your Patio or Deck
When warmer weather arrives, it’s time to prepare your outdoor living areas for spring and summer. Developing your plan to maintain your patio or deck right now means it will be ready when you need it. Here are some helpful tips. Sweeping One of the most important things you can do is to sweep often. Mildew, stains, and scratches are …
Choosing the Right Sprinkler System for your Yard
To ensure you have the best possible lawn this season, you need to make certain your grass, flowers, shrubbery, and trees receive adequate amounts of water. Unless you have time to stand in your yard with a garden hose for hours at a time, installing an automatic sprinkler system is the best option. There are several types of watering systems …
Outdoor Spring Maintenance Checklist
Now that spring is here, it is time to get your home and yard ready for the warmer weather ahead with some outdoor spring maintenance. Many homeowners think that maintenance this time of year is geared more toward cleaning. This is absolutely true because cleaning plays a big part in improving your home’s curb appeal. However, there are other maintenance …
Yard Regrading 101
Poor drainage can create annoying problems in your yard that can diminish its appearance and limit your family’s outdoor enjoyment. But some drainage problems can create more than just an eyesore. If not properly dealt with, they can cause serious damage to your home and yard. When pooling water is significant, even some drains aren’t enough to fix the problem. …
Choosing the Best Flooring for your Patio
Solid flooring for your patio provides the foundation you need to create an outdoor space you’ll enjoy for many years. There is a range of popular patio flooring options from classic materials like brick pavers to refined options like flagstone. Learning about the available flooring materials will help you determine the best type of flooring for your patio. Flagstone Since …
5 Ways to Increase your Home Value
With the unpredictability of the housing market, it’s more important than ever to know different ways to increase your home value. While home improvements are never a guaranteed method to increase the value of a home, they will most likely put your property ahead of the competition. As you think about what you’ll improve around your home this year, consider …
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Staying on top of home maintenance is important and can avoid costly repairs. Spring is the optimal time to perform necessary home-maintenance tasks. Tolerable temperatures and longer days mean you can get a lot done, leaving more free time to enjoy the upcoming summer. Outdoor Spring Home Maintenance Probably the most important spring maintenance you can do is inspect …
Sprinkler System for Spring
To ensure you have the best possible lawn this season, you need to make sure your grass, flowers, shrubbery, and trees receive adequate amounts of water. Unless you have time to stand in your yard with a garden hose for hours at a time, installing an automatic sprinkler system is the best option. There are several types of watering methods you can …
Big Design Ideas for Small Outdoor Spaces
One of the hottest trends in housing right now is the inclusion of outdoor living spaces. Most articles and photographs online show huge yards with generous outdoor spaces. Do you dream of the perfect outdoor living space, but are afraid your yard is too small to fit the bill? Never fear! Our ideas for small outdoor spaces will help turn …
Sprinkler Maintenance For Spring
With the seasons changing, it’s time to start thinking about your sprinkler maintenance for spring. Performing necessary sprinkler maintenance now will help ensure that your system will operate efficiently and keep your lawn watered all spring and summer. Follow these maintenance tips to get your sprinkler up and running for the season. Closing Open Valves and Drains Left Open from the Fall First, …
What You Need to Know Before Purchasing a Sprinkler System
Before you know it, spring will be here, and taking care of your lawn will once again become a priority. Keeping your lawn properly watered, especially throughout the hottest months, can be quite a chore. A sprinkler system can help ensure the health of your lawn and take the guesswork out of whether it is receiving the correct amount of water. However, …
Quick Home Updates for Spring
If you’re making plans for spring cleaning, you might be considering a few other projects for your home. Spring is a great time for making home improvements because the weather is warming up. After spending the winter indoors, you’re probably in the mood to get out and make some updates. Even making indoor improvements is more appealing since you don’t have …