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When introduced beyond their natural geography, many species of trees and vegetation can infest and degrade land while harming native ecosystems. They have the potential to overtake fields and forests, or even the resources native grasses and vegetation need to live, which results in killing off valuable grazing and production land. Stringent control and eradication […]

Landscaping and energy efficiency are increasingly going hand in hand as electricity and gas bills can be reduced with a proper garden design approach. Landscaping and lawn care in modern architecture begins to be considered very seriously. All the smart buildings that are currently being designed and built massively incorporate plants and green areas to regulate […]

When Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-CA) unveiled her ridiculous Green New Deal three years ago, her ‘fact sheet’ lectured us about the perils of cow farts and the need to eliminate airplanes, while simultaneously waxing poetic about the need to financially support those who are “either unable or unwilling to work.” Excuse us for our skepticism, AOC, but […]

The worldwide pandemic has affected many industries across various regions. Both residential and commercial construction sectors have deteriorated. In this case, some of the projects started have faced many challenges. However, the economy has improved after the pandemic became manageable. Home construction projects have been rejuvenated, thus increasing the demand for heavy construction equipment. The […]

There are a few DIY projects that homeowners must do in order to improve the house structure. These projects are important for the safety of the home and its inhabitants. In this article, we’ll discuss what these projects are and how to go about completing them. 1. Fixing Structural Defects One of the most important […]

Builders have been struggling to hire and keep up with the demand for real estate. Now they're raising wages. Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images The homebuilding sector added 6,700 new jobs in February. Construction wages are 6% higher than this time last year, marking the fastest growth in 40 years. Hiring and better pay could lead to […]

Photo: Rachel Maxwell (Shutterstock) It’s the time of year when gardeners are itching to get some plants in the ground—but if you live in a climate zone where it’s still too early, there’s another project you can tackle now to kick-start this year’s garden. If you’re looking to maximize your space, take advantage of more […]

While creating some videos about potting soil (links below) I reviewed a lot of commercial products, looking at both ingredients and marketing claims. What a mess out there! It’s no wonder gardeners are confused when they go out an buy a potting mix. I created this post to try and bring some clarity to the […]

When you are looking to upgrade your mailbox, the first thing you will notice is that there are a lot of different styles and designs to choose from. Some are very traditional, while others are more modern. Depending on your personality and the overall look of your house, you may want a classic style or […]

It’s a new year and a great time to get your DIY skills to work. Renovating homes is costly, especially in bathrooms and kitchens, which are the most used home areas. You walk into your bathroom, and you finally decide that you’ve had enough. Having family over during the holidays had you blindsided for a […]