Front Yard Birding — Keeping Feathered Guests Coming Back for More
Calling all nature lovers! This is the time of year we cherish when birds return from their winter migration to build nests and find their mates. If you want to attract more visitors, here are some tips to get started. Clean Out Old Nests Take a walk around your property and remove old nests. Each […]
Standing Water in Yards and Water Runoff
Atlanta’s rainy days may have left you with an unwelcomed gift — standing water. Here are some ways to address the problem. Decide Where You Want the Water To Go You’ll want to ensure the water does not drain towards your neighbor’s property. Also, if you want water to drain at the street, you may […]
3 Ways to Amp Up Your Entry: Portico, Half Porch, or Full Front Porch Addition?
If you’re feeling like your home could use an upgrade on its curb appeal, consider adding a portico, half porch, or full front porch addition! Your home’s curb appeal is important for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is your own happiness when you look at it! It’s also an important factor […]
9 Nifty Ways Decorate Your Porch for Early Fall
Early fall begins the transition to less humidity and quality time on the front porch. So let’s get started with a few curb appeal tips to help you get ready for the new season! Clean and De-clutter– Start the season with a clean slate. Make some time to pressure wash, deep clean, and de-clutter. Remove […]
Tips to Create Curvaceous Curb Appeal
While we’d never argue that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line — that might not be the best way to achieve outstanding curb appeal. Here are some ideas to achieve a distinctive look and their corresponding benefits. 1). Use pavers or natural stone to create a curved walkway to your front […]
Porte Cochere: Style Beyond Carports
Ever see a portico-like structure but didn’t know exactly what it was called? Ever come across a structure that was like a fancy carport but wasn’t exactly a carport? Well, we’re here to solve the mystery. What you saw is a porte cochere, or coach door. The name is French, if you didn’t know! It […]
How to Achieve Top Curb Appeal with Low Maintenance
Due to COVID-19 many of us are spending significantly more time at home than ever before. Why not take the opportunity to consider options that achieve greater curb appeal so you can enjoy your home now and increase its value when it comes time to sell? Here are the top trends of 2020 for bringing fresh ideas […]
5 Great Ideas for Enjoying Your Porch or Patio this Winter
Compared to the Northeast and Midwest, Atlanta’s winters are a walk in the park. But that doesn’t mean that we don’t get our fair share of cold days. The falling temperatures discourage us from spending time on our outdoor porches and patios. It doesn’t have to be that way! Here are a few ideas to […]
Swing Time! Choosing the Right Swing for Your Atlanta Porch
For many Atlantans, a screen porch is practically a four-season sanctuary. Is there anything more relaxing than a porch swing or a swing bed? Before you answer that question, let’s spend some time differentiating the two… — Porch Swing — While porch swings are typically designed for smaller spaces, they still look great on a wide Atlanta porch. Most […]
Choose the Right Mulch for Your Residence
Mulch. So misunderstood, yet so vital for your garden. Most of us don’t put much thought into what color we choose, the types available, or its many virtues. For example, did you know that mulch is a natural weed suppressor? It’s a great option if you prefer not to use pesticides. And, it helps to […]
