Archive for the 'Lawn and Garden' Category
Feb
8
Exterior home improvements yield higher ROI for less money, report shows
February 8, 2017 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Renovation season is approaching. Do you know what home improvements will give you the best return for your money? Here’s a hint: step outside.You might assume upgrades to interior spaces like kitchens and bathrooms have the best payoff, but mo…
Nov
15
How to get the most out of your lawn and snow tools
November 15, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Remember when you actually had to leave the house to do things?Today, you could use your smartphone to do all your holiday shopping, order groceries and have them delivered, and then watch all the Oscar nominated films without ever getting off …
Oct
7
Brighten your yard this winter with the help of wild birds
October 7, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Bright colors aren’t often associated with winter – but they can be. In fact, a backyard full of beautiful colors and cheerful chirps may be just a few feedings away.If you’ve never fed wild birds before, winter is the perfect time to get start…
Oct
7
Brighten your yard this winter with the help of wild birds
October 7, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Bright colors aren’t often associated with winter — but they can be. In fact, a backyard full of beautiful colors and cheerful chirps may be just a few feedings away.If you’ve never fed wild birds before, winter is the perfect…
Oct
6
10 smart steps for chainsaw safety
October 6, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – The buzzing, the crack, the call of “timber!” Whether you’re trimming vegetation on your rural property or updating the landscaping by your suburban home, a chainsaw helps you get the job done quickly and efficiently.Millions of homeowners safe…
Oct
1
Fall: Best season for planting trees that boost home and community value
October 1, 2016 | Leave a Comment
(BPT) – Planting a tree is an investment in the future, according to a Greek proverb: “A society grows great when old men plant trees under whose shade they never expect to sit.” But did you know planting trees around your home is also an investment in…