How To Choose The Right Bird Seed and Protect Birds From Predators
Hello, fellow birders and wild bird fans. Welcome to the second installment of our Wild Bird blog! We are wild about birds and, like you, want to see them thrive and visit our feeders for years to come. Before we dig in, we wanted to make sure that you were aware of our Birding Loyalty […]
Fix Bald Spots in Your Lawn in 4 Easy Steps!
Nothing is more irksome than seeing a bald spot in your otherwise carefully manicured lawn. After all the time, effort, and money you put into your lawn, it’s almost insulting to see that brown patch of dirt sitting right in the middle of your beautiful green grass! Early fall is the perfect time to fix these […]
The Ultimate Care Guide for Mums
Mums are iconic fall flowers, and they add a fantastic splash of colour to any home or garden, and caring for them is easy for any gardener! They’re not limited to the fall, though. Mums planted in early spring have a lot going for them! Fall mums are convenient, but spring mums can provide years […]
Project Book – Building A Stone Walkway in Your Yard
Having a stone walkway can add a fresh look to any yard. A simple one doesn’t need to be laid by a professional. In fact, it can be accomplished in a few days with basic materials and almost no technical skills. You just need to be able to stamp some dirt flat and haul some […]
How To Install A Wireless Doorbell
Now before we get into this blog, let us preface it with this: A wireless doorbell might sound like one of those “unnecessary advancements” in technology, but there are practical reasons for installing one in your home. Convenience is, of course, the first and biggest reason to get a wireless doorbell system. You can adjust […]
Top 10 Composite Decking Care Tips
Composite decking is one of the most popular decking materials due to its durability, attractiveness, and relative inexpensiveness. Unlike traditional wooden decking, composite decking does not need to sanded, stained, or painted. All exterior building materials do require periodic cleaning and composite decking is no different. However, comprehensively caring for your deck throughout the year […]
Choosing The Perfect Board for Your Deck
Choosing the right board for your deck can be one of the hardest parts about making (or replacing) it. The right board isn’t just about looks, or strength, or even budget, but it is a combination of all of these and more! Some of you may be thinking about adding a new deck or giving […]
Build Your Own Backyard Fire Pit
An outdoor fireplace is a great place to unwind after a long summer day of rigorous work or even vacation. Walking into your backyard, lighting a fire, and cracking open a cold one with the boys is a great stress-free day to end a night, so let’s build one! Pre-made fire pits can be expensive, and […]
Which Home Cooling System is Best – Learn How to Beat the Heat!
No one likes to feel like a prisoner in their own home, and that’s what a home without air conditioning feels like in the summer. If you’re moving, building a house, or a new homeowner with no fixed cooling in your house, it might be hard to know what type of ac unit installation to […]
5 Easy Steps To Get Your Deck Ready For Summer
When the warm weather comes, no place is as relaxing as your deck. A safe place to unwind outdoors is as desirable as it gets here after a cold New England winter, and being able to proudly share that space is even better! Unfortunately, after a long cold fall and winter your deck probably isn’t looking […]