Twospotted spider mites love to consume crops, and if left unchecked they can literally suck the life out of your plants by piercing leaf tissue with their needle-like mouths and extracting the contents of plant cells. Here’s how to identify these crop-hungry critters that can create infestations that hurt your bottom line. Identification The appearance […]
3 Important Things to Do Before You List North Florida Land for Sale
If you’re thinking about selling a parcel of land in North Florida – whether it’s timberland, farmland or something else – there are three things you should do first. This guide explains. 3 Important Things to Do Before You List North Florida Land for Sale Before you officially list your land for sale in North […]
3 More Ways to Beat the Heat Without Busting Your Budget
Florida summers can bring sweltering heat, and your air conditioner is probably doing double-duty to fend off outdoor temperatures while combating heat generated indoors. To help save on energy costs consider these three ways to chill without running up your cooling bill. Dry Your Dishes By Hand Many dishwashers have a setting that performs a […]
3 Tricks to Stay Cool Without Using Your Air Conditioner
The dog days of summer are upon us and your air conditioner is probably working overtime to keep you and your family cool. To help save on energy costs consider these three tricks to chill without running up your cooling bill. Curtain call When the day’s heat has begun to subside, but things are still […]
Upgrade Your Backyard: How to Define and Design Outdoor Dining
Who doesn’t love an upgrade? Whether it’s a bump-up to first-class, an upgraded room for your hotel stay, or upgraded finishes in your new construction home—getting more than the average always feels good. Well, why not upgrade your outdoors? Consider these ways to define and design outdoor dining. Define your space If you’ve got outdoor […]
2 More Things That Attract Wasps to Your Yard, and What You Can Do
If you’ve been having to duck and dodge the flight of an unusually high number of wasps around your yard this summer there’s a good reason. Certain conditions on your property may actually be attracting these winged critters. Here are two more things that are attracting wasps to your yard. Open Trash Cans This shouldn’t surprise […]
2 Key Things to Toss From Your Cabinets Before Listing Your Home
When your house is on the market you should expect potential buyers to comb through every part of your property, especially storage in the kitchen—a key consideration when it comes to the heart of the home. This means your cabinets will be under scrutiny. Before your home hits the market consider these two important things […]
3 MORE Things That Can Hurt the Value of Your Home
Just like any other structure your home requires attention and periodic maintenance. Deferring upkeep or performing shoddy work will only lessen the value of your property. Be aware of these three things that can devalue your residence. Substandard Work If work performed in or around your property isn’t done well you will undermine its potential […]
3 Things That Can Hurt the Value of Your Home
Over time, areas of your residence are sure to require maintenance and updates. Putting off such work, and skirting building codes when making improvements, are sure to hurt the value of your home. Be aware of these three things that can devalue your property. Deferred Maintenance Simply because an issue in or around your home […]
How to Clean Butcher Block Countertops
When it comes to kitchens, countertops are the spice of life. Whether you enjoy the light and airy looks of Carrara marble and quartz, granite with dramatic veining, the industrial appearance of concrete, or the natural and earthy look of butcher block there’s a surface to suit just about any taste. Some counter surfaces require more […]