The outdoors provide an ideal setting to expand the living space. It also provides homeowners with an amazing space in which they can entertain family and friends. Below are some guidelines that can be used to create the ultimate backyard for your loved ones: Ideal Lighting. A properly-lit backyard will make the space usable at all hours of the day. There are lighting...
Read MoreAs the days lengthen and get warmer, homeowners begin turning their thoughts to their outdoor living spaces. Those areas can take a beating during winter, necessitating a springtime cleanup in order to get the space ready for summer entertaining. Now is the time to assess what needs to be done, while the weather is warm enough, but well before you'll use...
Read MoreThe warmer weather of spring usually brings homeowners outside to perform exterior spring cleaning. Spring time is an excellent season to remove dead growth from perennials, bush and trees. The harsh months of winter, however, can necessitate complete tree removal of dying or diseased trees or when trees have become partially uprooted because of floods. Removing a tree is dangerous work,...
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With a new year comes new trends, and landscape is no exception. Check out our list of the biggest landscape trends for 2016. Landscape for Health: Scientific studies have consistently proven that trees, flowers, plants, birds and nature overall, increase health and wellness for self, society and the planet. Plants are clean air filters, oxygen machines and wellness prescriptions. Trees absorb 1/5 of carbon...
Read MoreEven though certain parts of the country are in the midst of snow and cold temperatures, spring is just a short time away. To get into the spirit, you may consider visiting The Great Big Home + Garden Show, presented by 84 Lumber. You can learn how to make improvements to your home's interior and exterior so that it is ready when...
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When you decide to add, increase or refurbish your outdoor living space, as many homeowners do in a new year, the first consideration is not just how well the area will look, but how it will function. As with any important project, you will want to start with a plan. Write down everything you would like to enjoy yourself and make...
Read MoreAre you planning on organizing parties and gatherings for your friends, relatives, and office colleagues in this holiday season? Read ahead for some interesting tips that will help you incorporate your home's outdoor space in your party plans. Create a Landscaped Outdoor Space: Landscaping can transform an ordinary backyard into a cool and classy extension of your stylishly-designed home. A well-maintained landscaped garden...
Read MoreWhen you own or manage a property, commercial snow and ice management is essential during the winter months. The Ohio Valley Group has the equipment and expertise to do the job correctly, each and every time. Safety. Winter weather conditions can cause safety issues. You do not want your customers or employees to slip and fall on icy sidewalks. Driveways and parking lots...
Read MoreJust because the temperature is going down and the days are getting shorter, that doesn't mean that you can't spend time in your outdoor living space. Enjoy the cool and crisp fall weather with some family fun on the patio. Patio lovers can make the most of October with these fall actives: Carve pumpkins. Pumpkin carving can be messy, so this year, move...
Read MoreThe autumn brings some much needed changes to the weather, as well as to landscaping. It's an important time of the year to prepare the lawn and garden for the next growing season. Here are some helpful fall landscaping tips to help homeowners fall in love with their property this autumn: Yard Clean Up. The changing colors of the leaves are pleasant to...
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