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Jesse Engbretson of Greenedge Sprinklers Plants absorb water through the roots. Deep infrequent watering creates deep roots. Shallow frequent watering creates short roots. As water evaporates from the surface of the soil, short rooted plants and lawns will need water more often. Did you know that 50-60% of your irrigation can be lost to evaporation?…
Robert of RB Irrigation Article published in Dan’s Papers Your garden isn’t necessarily over when summer ends. Fall’s cooler weather is a good time to plant trees, shrubs and evergreens as well as spring flowering bulbs, such as tulips and daffodils. It is a good time to inspect your property and take note of trees and plantings…
By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services When it’s time to remodel, it is important to search for a professional remodeler with good credentials. Depending on the type of contractor you are looking for, that may mean being members of industry trade organizations, having various certifications that demonstrate their expertise and any required licenses and insurances.…
Vanessa Vacek, Remodelers of Houston Is it time to remodel a bathroom in your home? Does it desperately need an update? Do you long for a larger, functional and relaxing space? Or if you plan on aging in place you may want accessibility, comfort and safety. Whatever your reasons are, all it takes is a…
By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services Windows are extremely susceptible to wind damage and become vulnerable to repeat damage caused by multiple storms. Single pane windows are not as strong or as energy efficient as double pane windows. However, the seal separating the two panes can fail on double pane windows, allowing outside air and…
Robert Boyle of RB Irrigation One of the most common mistakes gardeners make is over watering plants. Self-watering planters are an alternative way to make watering more efficient and to prevent over-watering. These types of planters have a reservoir to hold water at the bottom and if kept filled the soil maintains a consistent level…
Mike Sperber of Nature’s Guardian Inc. Hardscapes consists of the non-living elements of landscaping, such as a brick patio, a stone wall, decks or a arbors or pergolas walkways. also include water features, like ponds and fountains. Softscapes are live horticultural elements that are fluid and changing as they mature. Softscaping can include, flowers, plants, shrubs, trees,…
Divine Renovation With practically everyone using cell phones and electronic devices to get their information quickly and conveniently, many home remodeling contractors are also keeping up with the trend to go digital. There are countless construction software programs and online platforms available for remodelers and builders to streamline their project management. These programs help to…
77 companies from across the United States were named winners at the 2019 Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence. The entries were judged on overall design, the creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure. Craftsmanship by John – 2019 Chrysalis Award for Addition over $250,000 Legal…
Continuing its award-winning history, the Greater Houston Builders Association’s (GHBA) Remodelers Council (RMC) was honored to receive two Council Awards for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence (CADRE) from the National Association of Home Builders in Washington D.C. at the International Builders Show held in Las Vegas. The CADRE for Outstanding Council Chair was awarded to 2017 Remodelers…