by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Patio furniture is designed to withstand the elements. With routine maintenance, patio furniture can last many years before it needs to be replaced, but how long that is exactly will depend on the materials used to construct the furniture, how much moisture it...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
March 20 marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. To celebrate the start of a new season and prepare for fresh growth, I plan to spend time outdoors performing early spring maintenance. At the end of winter, it’s common to find dead or damaged...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
If you’re looking to expand the square footage of your home, you may be considering an addition over your garage. Building an addition over an existing garage is a cost-effective way to achieve additional living space for much less than it would cost to start...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
A rusty, dirty, or unkempt mailbox can leave a dismal first impression. With a simple mailbox makeover, you can instantly enhance your home’s curb appeal and flawlessly incorporate your mailbox into your landscaping. From a splash of paint to the application of...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
A sneeze is an interesting thing. It’s something that everyone does, and almost anywhere you go on Earth, the local culture has a special response reserved just for sneezing. If you want to know how different cultures around the world respond to sneezing you can...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Trees, large shrubs, and other plants have the power to help you conserve energy when placed in certain areas around the home. In addition to reducing your energy bills, planting trees around your home can also help fight climate change. I have found trees to be...