(Image courtesy Burst) Unless you’re an avid gardener, you probably don’t think about planting after the first frost. But to get the type of incredible yard that shows off in the early new year, you’ll need to plant a splash of color with annuals, perennials, and shrubs that get in the ground before it freezes. […]
Home Maintenance Tips
6 Things to Do with Fall Leaves
(Image courtesy Burst) When the weather turns crisp and the leaves start to turn and fall, a lot of leaves end up in your yard and you need good things to do with fall leaves! And while raking might sound like good exercise, or leaf blowing could whisk many of them away, it’s actually quite […]
Decorating Your Home for Fall 2021
(Image courtesy Burst) When it’s time for decorating your home for fall, you should know what themes are best and what to do. There are many choices to consider. Decorating homes for holidays other than the traditional winter wonderland-themes is becoming more popular than ever. Not only is this true, but did you know that […]
Is Lead Paint a Problem in Springfield?
(Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst) Homes built prior to the 1970s may contain lead paint in either the interior or exterior. So if you live in an older home in Springfield or even nearby Burke, odds are that you may be dealing with a lead-based paint job that you may need to have professionally […]
Tips for Deck Safety
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) Before you start upgrading your outdoor area with a deck, you should know some of the tips for deck safety. Backyarding isn’t just about pools, lawns, trees and flowers. The ultimate in backyarding takes place on the deck. In fact, while you’re getting the family together during the summer and […]
Here’s Your Fall Home Cleaning Checklist & 5 Tips
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) Don’t wait for Spring to get your fall home cleaning checklist out! A change in the seasons is a great time to do some deep cleaning around your home. We’re getting ready to move into Fall, which is the perfect time to plan for things that only need to […]
Prepare for Storms, Hurricanes, and Floods: 12 Tips
(Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst) Weather today can be challenging and you need to prepare for storms ahead of time. So it’s more important than ever to make sure you prepare for storms, hurricane, or flood. In addition to other preparations, this can include having the right outdoor power equipment on hand. Luckily, right […]
How To Handle Jointly-Owned Trees & Damage
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) With the number of heavy storms and flash flood warnings the area has experienced lately — not to mention the above average number of tornado warnings! — you may be wondering how to deal with Jointly-Owned Trees. Or maybe there’s that one majestic oak that looks beautiful over on […]
