There are lots of ways to decorate inside and out in an environmentally-friendly way. One of my favorites is to decorate with things you have around the house anyway, which doesn’t require…
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June 2014 - Texas Home and Garden
As the summer heat sets in you may be tempted to go in the house with plans to never come out again until fall. Let me urge you to take refuge in…
As much as we love our dogs it’s sometimes impossible to give them all the exercise they need when are schedules are so busy. There’s nothing better than getting out with your…
Many homeowners want the privacy of fencing, which is often mandatory in neighborhoods with houses close together. Most privacy fences are made of wood and installed at six or eight foot heights….
Don’t be Afraid to Design with Kids in Mind. There’s countless ways you can incorporate child-friendly design without giving away all the outdoor space. Check out some of these ideas for inspiration….
Grubs are the bane of lawns across the land. They can turn a beautifully green expanse of perfectly manicured splendor into a brown patchy wasteland. It’s a problem that many homeowners find…
One of my favorite pass times is to go thrift shopping during the cooler months and a weekend at Canton is ideal for discovering fun finds. Thrift stores are another stop because…
Water Runoff Most Green Building programs will talk about the permeability of the lot a house is being built on. This is because what happens to the water that falls on your…
The following discussion is not meant to replace the basics in choosing a remodeler, but to help you go beyond the basics in your selection process during your remodeling project. Price vs….
