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  1. Checklist: Commercial Landscaping Maintenance

    In any kind of business, appearances matter. That is the reason why every part of your company, from your products, services, customer relations and even façades and landscapes, must be meticulously developed and maintained. Many companies often neglect the fact that customers only trust a business if it has a solid reputation and an inviting image to match.

    Stained windows, dirty walls and unkempt lawns often do not scream “professional” or “reputable”. For that reason, it is necessary ...
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    Garden, Landscaping
  2. What are Insulated Windows?

    Ever feel an undesired draft in your home during a cold winter’s day? Or feel like you are being roasted alive inside your own house? One thing you may not have thought of doing to solve these problems is to insulate your windows. There are so many benefits to having your windows insulated that you may not have realized.

    But first, how exactly do insulated windows work?

    There are various methods that you can use when insulating your windows. Some of these method may be ...
  3. What to Know Before Installing a Central AC System

    One of the essentials that people start seeking after their purchase of a home is a good AC system. It can be terribly hot and dry at certain portions of the summer season, and having a good and efficient system installed may spell the difference between comfort and a heat stroke. But as straightforward as it is, there are still a few things you have to know before installing a central AC system in your home.

    Size Matters

    If you are trying to save up by purchasing the smallest ...
  4. What are Pesticides and Why Should You Avoid Using Them?

    The comfort of a home and good cultivation of a garden can easily be ruined by the mere sight of a rodent or a creepy crawly running rampant around the area. Your first instinct would be to either run away from it or get the closest slipper that you can whack it with. The “smart” response would be to grab a pesticide from your cabinet and rid your home of these nuisances.
    But is using pesticides really the smart response to your infestation problem? What exactly are these pesticides? Would ...
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    Garden, Landscaping
  5. Proper Insulation for Your Roof

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    Does it sometimes get extremely cold or warm in your home? Are you consuming so much energy on air conditioners or air warmers?

    Then maybe your home needs some roof insulation to avoid these problems. However, you cannot just go and nail on insulations on your roof.

    You have to know how to properly insulate your roof, and here are some ways on how to achieve that.

    Cold or Warm Insulation

    Based upon your needs ...
  6. How to Save Water When Watering the Lawn

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    Having a well-maintained lawn does not need to be expensive. Neither does it need to be wasteful of water. By doing the right research and investing in new technology, you can save water and also reduce expenditures. Here are some tips on how to save water when watering the lawn.

    Know what type of grass and soil you have.

    There are types of grass that do not need to be watered every day. Certain types can survive for at least a month ...
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    Garden, Landscaping