March 4, 2009
· Filed under Uncategorized · Tagged front yard landscaping, front yard landscaping ideas, landscaping contractors, landscaping ideas
Landscaping has long been, for lack of a better word, green. As obvious of a statement as this may be, it’s simply referring to the typical color you associate with commercial and residential landscape. Lush green grass, beautiful flowers, well manicured shrubs and perfectly fitted pavers are what we imagine when we think of landscaping our homes.
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The thing is as “green” as it may be, landscaping hasn’t been very eco-friendly until the past few years. While it certainly is getting better, landscaping is by no means as green as it can get. There are a few things to think about when you start your next landscaping project and when you’re simply maintaining your lawn.
Avoid harmful chemicals as fertilizers. Speak with an expert landscaping company to determine which additives, chemicals and soils won’t turn into poisonous run-off during the next rain. Use shrubs and plants that are indigenous to your area. This reduces the amount of fuel and exhaust fumes used to transport out-of-state shrubbery. Try to re-use rain and run-off water to keep your plants and lawn satisfied, while reducing the amount of new water you use. Invest in an electric lawn mower. These days battery powered lawnmowers can produce the same results as their gas powered counterparts, even without re-charging the batteries.
These are just a few things to help you make keep your project a little more eco-friendly. So the next time you have some back or front yard landscaping ideas, think about what you can do to help Mother Nature.
March 3, 2009
· Filed under Uncategorized · Tagged backyard sheds, green friendly sheds, landscaping, modern shed design, outdoor contractors, storage sheds
I was recently reminded, or actually re-reminded, of how useful a shed can be to any homeowner and how they seem to constantly be overlooked. The problem is most people associate a shed with a run-down, dirty, wooden shack with a leaking roof. While sure your Grandfather’s shed from 1920 might look like that, sheds can be great looking additions to your home.
These days there are so many options, styles, sizes and designs for residential storage sheds that you can find anything to match your home. This means you can work with your current or planned landscape design to create the perfect storage area. Construction also can also be quite simple and easy, even for a novice do-it-yourselfer. Still your best bet is to discuss all of your options in style and material with a local contractor.
With a new, and aesthetically pleasing storage shed you’ll be able to create more room in your basement and backyard. You’ll also be able to store materials for projects down the road, that you might have just thrown away without your new storage area. Almost every homeowner can use some additional storage space or even a detached area to relax, so keep a backyard storage shed in mind.
Eco Tip: Have a local electrician route an electric line or solar panels to your shed and invest in an electric or battery powered lawn mower which can be charged in your shed. Companies like Modern-Shed offer eco-friendly shed construction options and materials like denim wall insullation and cork floor tiles just to name a couple!
February 27, 2009
· Filed under Uncategorized · Tagged Bathroom Remodeling, CA remodeling, California Contractors, california home improvement, Home Improvement Companies
While the current economy certainly has affected almost every American, it seems as though California (CA) residents are still looking to spend large amounts of money on home improvement projects. This is a good thing for their local economy but also helps keep quality contractors in business.
California homeowners are still adamant about starting and completing their new kitchen remodeling, home addition and bathroom remodel projects. And with an abundance of home improvement contractors and CA remodeling companies there certainly is no shortage of work. The good news is that there are quite a few online resources which help California residents find the perfect home improvement contractor for whatever their project may be.
Informative websites like BizziBid and CalFinder have lead the way in contractor referrals for all of California. What better place to have green friendly home improvement projects than the Golden State! Let’s hope that the rest of the U.S. follows in these footsteps so the entire home improvement industry can weather this financial storm.
February 12, 2009
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Here is a good and brief analysis on roof installation.
I like this because it outlines the process. The real DIY’ers out there can figure out the in between steps, and there are many of course.
That same site also offers a decent blurb about steel roofing.
November 7, 2008
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We stumbled upon a great contest going on which gives the winner a $300 gift certificate to the home depot. Not a shabby price when you don’t have to do much to enter.
With the way the economy is looking these days, we can’t see why anyone would’t want some extra cash espeically for home improvement projects which are always just around the corner.
Check out their $300 Home Depot Gift Card Giveaway here!
October 22, 2008
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Home Fix is a site designed to help do-it-yourselfers find great information on all of their home improvement projects. With great articles, tips and ideas we provide visitors with all they need to make their next job a hit! Also for those who are more comfortable with having a skilled professional do the work, we will discuss how to find a quality home improvement contractor or handyman.
