The Staggering Cost of Professional Lawn Care The Staggering Cost of Professional Lawn Care (image credits: pixabay) You might want to sit down for this one. After months of paying my lawn service company, I decided to crunch the numbers, and the results were eye-opening. The average homeowner can expect to pay $100 to $410 …
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Coffee Grounds: The Silent Pipe Destroyer Coffee Grounds: The Silent Pipe Destroyer (image credits: pixabay) You might think those tiny coffee grounds can’t possibly cause any real damage, but coffee grounds and grease are among the leading causes of blockages and clogged drains. When you casually rinse your French press or coffee maker in the …
Floor Safes – The Ultimate Underground Vault Floor Safes – The Ultimate Underground Vault (image credits: flickr) There’s something deeply satisfying about hiding your most precious belongings beneath your feet. Floor safes are pretty popular, mainly because they’re one of the most secure solutions out there. However, their proper installation is a little messy as …
Operating Home Businesses Without Permits Operating Home Businesses Without Permits (image credits: pixabay) Many homeowners think running a small business from their garage or spare bedroom is perfectly legal as long as they keep it quiet. Home businesses are highly regulated. Businesses that cannot be run from home include auto repair shops, contractor’s yards, adult-oriented …
Unkempt Lawns and Overgrown Landscaping Unkempt Lawns and Overgrown Landscaping (image credits: flickr) If you’re a homeowner living in an HOA community, your lawn might be causing more drama than you think. Neglecting to mow lawns, trim bushes, or remove weeds, resulting in an unkempt appearance is one of the most frequent violations homeowners face. …
Cutting Your Grass Too Short Cutting Your Grass Too Short (image credits: unsplash) Taller grass means a healthier lawn. It shades the soil surface, keeps the soil from drying out and reduces watering needs. Shaded soil also makes it harder for weeds to get started. If you raise your mowing height, you may even find …