So you want to build a a backyard deck? A deck project is a popular home improvement project that not only adds to the value of your home, but provides a focal point for enjoying the outdoors. You'll want to carefully co..Read More
Date published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:23:24 PSTFrom picture-perfect roses to containers that are works of art, spring 2009 promises wonderful color and exciting new products for garden lovers everywhere. People want shrubs and plants that look great, are easy to grow..Read More
Date published: Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:14:21 PSTAmericans craving authenticity and fretting over a bleak economy have reinvigorated the trend to grow-it-yourself (GIY). From blueberries to houseplants, GIY is the new mantra as folks turn 'back to the future' to simpli..Read More
Date published: Sun, 28 Dec 2008 13:36:43 PSTlook that much better with a number of cultivated plants in and around them. Homes with attractive landscaping have a higher resale value than those without. So, if by adding a garden, you can add to your home's attracti..Read More
Date published: Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:43:41 PSTThe catalogues are starting to pile up and the list of landscape improvements grows longer each day. Don't let this overwhelm or discourage you. Instead spend a bit of time planning now for better results in your garden...Read More
Date published: Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:14:34 PSTSegmental retaining wall systems are one of the most versatile tools available to the do-it-yourself landscaper. Besides traditional walls designed to hold back soil, these innovative systems also can be used to build a ..Read More
Date published: Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:12:31 PSTJoseph Eichler has made history, re-defining the American dream home and pioneering the California modern design. Today, there are countless ideas and approaches to landscaping, and the warm California climate provides l..Read More
Date published: Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:37:02 PSTAfter a long, economically challenged year, many homeowners can look forward to one bright spot on the New Year horizon: the expectation of a tax refund to help fund much-needed home fix-ups. It's hard not to want a fash..Read More
Date published: Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:33:27 PSTMore and more Americans today are looking at their homes as a place of refuge in a stressful world of challenges and economic instability. Instead of going out to dinner or social events, they're cocooning with their fam..Read More
Date published: Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:31:26 PSTThere are many people who, after years of searching for just the right indoor decorating scheme for their homes, will begin to toy with the idea of installing a water fountain - no, not an ugly steel box for thirsty trav..Read More
Date published: Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:47:49 PSTTo hear the word concrete you may not think that it would be something to want in your yard but in fact, concrete landscaping has come along way in the last 10 years or so. Now concrete landscaping is all the rage and it..Read More
Date published: Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:13:59 PSTHome remodeling can improve the value of your home. The most important thing you need to know is the value of your home, and a home remodeling project can increase or decrease your home value. Before you start remodeling..Read More
Date published: Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:16:19 PSTShould I stay or should I go? Inevitably, most homeowners are forced to ask this question at some point in time. The decision to sell their house and move away or to stay in their home and remodel can be very tough indee..Read More
Date published: Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:52:04 PSTIncreasing costs have become evident in every aspect of our lives. In addition to daily expenses like gas and groceries, home improvement costs are escalating across the nation as well. The cost of construction materials..Read More
Date published: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:31:43 PSTOlder homes that have not been consistently taken care of or upgraded are apt to show more wear and tear. But, with an eye for detail and some good old fashioned elbow grease an older home can be vastly improved upon- in..Read More
Date published: Sat, 23 Aug 2008 12:00:39 PSTConstructing a garden shed can be an enjoyable project if you know what you are doing. As soon as the project is complete, you will wonder what you have been doing all this time without a shed. It is extremely handy for ..Read More
Date published: Sun, 10 Aug 2008 07:42:33 PSTEveryone wants a beautiful landscape but most people feel they lack the time and expertise to cultivate the results they want. With a few simple eco-friendly changes in your fall landscape care, you can get more beautifu..Read More
Date published: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:39:24 PSTHome remodeling has become a national pastime, a passion and sometimes an obsession. We all want our homes to look better and feel more comfortable. Home remodeling magazines and television programs are everywhere, and t..Read More
Date published: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:34:49 PSTBuilding an outdoor area onto your home can be an expensive proposition. Whether you are thinking about putting in a patio or an outdoor kitchen, the material will usually be quite expensive and the labor it takes to bui..Read More
Date published: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:35:10 PSTWhether it's five stories up in an apartment building or in a tiny backyard, it's possible to grow greenery. As long as there is access to water and sunshine, people with the desire to add a little plant life to their li..Read More
Date published: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:21:58 PSTEven with the average national value of a home dropping, home ownership is still produces the most return on your investment- with the national average appreciation on a house being somewhere between 5-6% annually. Maint..Read More
Date published: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:33:51 PSTWith the growing popularity of green building practices, more companies are incorporating environmental and sustainability policies. These are all positive steps toward reducing the impact of global warming and caring fo..Read More
Date published: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:46:14 PSTA few simple do-it-yourself projects to increase the value and appearance of your home can make a big difference when it comes time to sell. Not only can you make your house stand out, you can receive more money from the..Read More
Date published: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 10:44:10 PSTDeclining home values coupled with high fuel costs are leading many to reconsider how they spend their money. In fact, homeowners who purchased their residence during the recent real estate boom bear the greatest risk of..Read More
Date published: Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:13:29 PSTIf you want to incorporate only the best landscaping design then you need to start thinking along the lines of unity. This is key to your landscaping design success and it will need to be applied to your entire yard, all..Read More
Date published: Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:07:45 PST