Category Archives: Do It Yourself

I’m Sick of Weeds! How Can I Destroy Them This Year?

Written by | on June 1, 2015 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Is there anything more annoying or frustrating than weeds creeping in and trying to overtake your garden? Or when weeds peek through between your interlocking paver stones? Didn’t think so. If you’re like most homeowners, the weed-killing cycle goes something like this: 1. See weeds and freak out 2. Pull them out 3. Freak out again when they come back 4. Spray them with weed killer 5. Completely freak out when they come back – again 6. Curse, scream and place a hex on them Seriously, what is it about weeds which drive us all insane? The truth of the matter is that, … Continue reading I’m Sick of Weeds! How Can I Destroy Them This Year? →

Tips for Building Your Own Private Pond

Written by | on October 31, 2014 | Posted under Do It Yourself

With typical characterizations of fish and water lilies, pond features are becoming increasingly popular, and an affordable addition to your landscape.   MATERIALS: POND LINERS There are two main types of pool liners most used today: rigid and flexible.  Rigid liners are designs in which the contours of your pool are already mapped out.  Flexible liners are typically used for larger pond projects, and need special surface preparation when being used (i.e. making sure the site is level and free from stones and debris.  Flexible liners include three sub-types. Polyethylene: short lifespan (2-3 years), sensitive to long periods of sunlight. … Continue reading Tips for Building Your Own Private Pond →

DIY: Lawn Maintenance, Topsoil & Sod

Written by | on August 18, 2014 | Posted under Do It Yourself

We know you take pride in your lawn and making sure it looks lush and green all year round, but sometimes, despite your best efforts, those dreaded brown patches start to appear and the grass begins to die off. It’s not a fun thing for any homeowner to deal with, but it’s a necessary one. See this guide and learn how to take care of your lawn when it starts to show signs of losing life. Cleaning out your lawn First, you’ll want to remove those nasty patches of dead grass. The best time to do this varies depending on … Continue reading DIY: Lawn Maintenance, Topsoil & Sod →