Your home’s exterior is the first thing people see when they come to visit. It should be as welcoming and inviting as the interior. Thoughtfully chosen home improvement projects are a good return on your investment, increase the value of… Read More »
While curb appeal is often associated with residential homes, it is just as important for small businesses and business owners. A potential customer who arrives at a boutique or a restaurant or a yoga studio might decide not to enter… Read More »
Are you dealing with drainage issues around your home’s exterior? If downspouts are too close to the foundation, high density soil prevents efficient absorption, runoff is interfering with high-traffic areas, or your lawn is plagued with recurring puddles, here are… Read More »
When you have pets, designing and maintaining a pet-friendly backyard doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Create zones specifically for relaxing and playing. Make your outdoor living spaces a good place for your four-legged friends to be by incorporating… Read More »
If you live in a condo, an apartment with a small balcony, or a house with a tiny garden, you might think that growing your own strawberries, chives, and lettuce is not possible because you have a small yard. In… Read More »
A home is your biggest investment and looking after it is more than about how it looks. Home improvements such as a new roof, gutters, or siding can boost resale value should you put your house on the market in… Read More »
Maximize your curb appeal and add timeless character to your home’s exterior just in time for the holidays. If you don’t celebrate Christmas, decorate your property with seasonal decorations that have universal appeal rather than ones with specific religious or… Read More »
When days are getting shorter and colder and the outdoors appears in your window as grey and uninviting, you’re probably thinking of curling up with a good book or watching a movie more than you are about yard work or… Read More »
If you’re not looking forward to the colder weather that’s coming and even less excited about the chores you have to tackle to get ready for winter, you don’t have to go it alone. Turn fall home maintenance into family… Read More »
Rain barrels collect and store water flowing from the roof and out of the downspouts. Water conservation, especially in the summer in Metro Vancouver, helps to protect the environment, encourages eco-friendly gardening habits, and saves money. Benefits of using rain… Read More »
