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Pest Control Starts in Spring

By Mike Sperber - Nature’s Guardian Inc

Enjoy the outdoors without fear Don’t be surprised if you have seen a mosquito even though it’s April, they are generally active from April through October.  Since the weather is warming up, it is time to protect yourself from mosquitos and ticks. According to a recent 3 part series presentation at the Locust Valley Library…

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Choosing a remodeler for your project

By Kevin Wrynn -Kevin Wrynn Carpentry

The following are tips for finding a qualified remodeler from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Stay Local Local remodelers are compelled to perform quality work that satisfies their customers for their business to survive. Local firms can be checked through references including past customers in your community or through your local NARI…

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Refresh Your Home in Spring

By Joanne Bechhoff - G.B. Construction

Spring is here, the weather is getting nicer and we are all looking to spend more time outside. It is the perfect time to consider a facelift for your home’s exterior facade. Three Home Facelift Considerations: Style – Do you want to maintain the same style or transition into a new look? Color – Don’t…

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Pressure Regulating Sprinkler Heads

By Jesse Engebretson - Green Edge Sprinklers

Nobody likes having too much pressure. Sprinkler systems don’t like it either! Landscape irrigation sprinklers are often installed at sites where the system pressure is higher than what is recommended for the sprinkler nozzle. Fixed-spray-head nozzles are the most common types of sprinkler heads out there, but they may throw large amounts of water up…

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Keep Your Eye on a Healthy, More Functional Kitchen

By Michael Souter - Caliber Construction Group

By Michael Souter of Caliber Construction Group The kitchen has always been the most popular gathering place, the heart of the home.  Since we are all staying at home more frequently, we wonder what improvements we can make to our homes to adjust to the new normal. As we move forward there are several kitchen…

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May is National Home Remodeling Month

By Stacy Argo - A-Plus Glass Services

By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services According to National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), in 2019, more than a million Americans spent approximately $158 billion on home improvements. Homeowners across the country are inspired to invest in upgrading and updating their homes. So, throughout the month of May, NAHB’s campaign “May is National Home Remodeling…

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Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional Contractor?

By Dan Bawden - Legal Eagle Contractors

By Dan Bawden, Legal Eagle Contractors, Co. Yоu sреnd а lоt оf tіmе іn уоur home, sо уоu mіght аs wеll еnјоу іt. Іf уоu feel уоur сurrеnt déсоr is оutdаtеd or dysfunctional, а fасеlіft саn gіvе іt nеw lіfе. Вut іf іt nееds mајоr соsmеtіс surgеrу, уоu mіght wаnt tо hіrе а Professional Remodeler.…

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Bring ideas together with 3D Design

By Shawn Vacek - Remodelers of Houston

Shawn Vacek of Remodelers of Houston For homeowners, remodeling can be an exciting adventure or confusing and overwhelming. While some homeowners may have a clear vision of what they want the result of their project to look like, others may not be able to understand how their vision will come to fruition. Design-build companies combine…

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Tree Plantings – Celebrate the Earth

By Mike Sperber - Nature’s Guardian Inc

The dialogue that goes on in Nature occurs throughout the seasons mostly without our direct involvement, but April may very well be a wonderful time to interject a hearty ‘Thank You.’  Thanks for Spring returning to give us warmer temperatures, longer days, stronger sunlight and a glimpse of the Summer to come.  This year Arbor…

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Recognize Your Needs vs Wants When Remodeling

By Kevin Vick - Vick Construction & Remodeling

Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling Planning is an essential part of a home renovation. You will need to make many decisions before beginning your project. Some priorities will be more important than others, so creating a list that balances your wants and needs is a good place to start. Needs are the most…

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