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Extended periods of cool wet weather can result in red thread lawn disease caused by the lawn fungus Laetisaria fuciformis. This lawn disease inflicts its most damage during mid- to late spring and late summer to early fall. The fungi live in the soil and thatch layer and feed off the grass by drawing nutrients…
Bathrooms are functional spaces, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a statement with design. Right now, the most popular design styles for bathrooms are transitional and contemporary. Transitional design is a blend of modern and traditional elements. It is a timeless look, a blending of old and new with a relaxed feel. Lighter colors…
Choosing the right professionals is more than just finding the remodeler or designer with the lowest price. It is even more important that the company you choose to work with is the right company for you. This article will focus on choosing the remodeler who is right for you so that you, your family and…
Jesse Engbretson of Greenedge Sprinklers Much of the water applied to lawns and gardens never gets absorbed by the plants. Common ways that water is wasted include: Runoff. Applying water too rapidly causes runoff, because grass and plants can only absorb so much water at a time. When runoff occurs, soil, fertilizers, and pesticides can…
In the remodeling industry trends may come and go quite quickly. Lately, some style trends seem to be, sticking around longer and are even gaining in popularity. For example, homeowners are frequently requesting remodels in the Transitional design style. This style provides a timeless look with a relaxed feel and provides features such as open…
Due to the high rate of use, wear and tear and changing of design trends, kitchens tend to be updated every 10 to 15 years. Following are some signs that may suggest it may be time for a kitchen remodel. It’s Outdated Over the last 20 years, kitchens have become the focal point of the home.…
Bathrooms are one of the most frequented rooms in any home. As a result they are also one of the most renovated spaces. Bathrooms are subject to a lot of wear and tear that many were designed to handle. There are many considerations when taking on a bathroom remodel. Here are five (5) you may…
“Finishes” are items specified to the homeowner by the designer and can include choices from a total color palette, furniture, window treatments and lighting fixtures, to cabinet hardware. Specifying finishes with a designer during the initial phase of your project benefits everyone. When working with remodeler or builder, a designer foresees needs or thinks about things you may overlook, before construction begins. For example, if your sofa is floating in the…
The time has come to finally start on that kitchen remodel. You don’t have to go into it with a mix of dread and excitement, however. There are plenty of tips and tricks you can use to go into a kitchen remodel confident and ready to handle anything that is thrown your way. Here are…
Homeowners are showing increased interest in ways to improve energy efficiency when remodeling. With new advancements, homeowners are experiencing the increased ability to have their home work smarter. Following are comments from members of the GHBA Remodelers Council. Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling mentions that “It’s easier and easier to build an energy…