If you or a loved one has a home elevator, you already know how important they are for safety and mobility, especially for family members who are having difficulty getting around or who may be temporarily or permanently disabled. Keeping them running at top efficiency is a critical part of the...
An attractive yard free of standing water is more than an aesthetic need for your home or business. Flooding can cause serious damage to your property as well as creating a health hazard for those living or working there. Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes and other insects that...
If you are considering a kitchen remodel you have a lot of company. Both major and minor kitchen renovations continue to be among the most popular of home improvement projects, and for good reason. The kitchen is without question the most important room in your home. Whether you are looking for a...
Storms this summer have been especially intense in Northeast Ohio and across the country. With high wind, hail, and possible tornadoes, tree damage is inevitable, so it’s important to know what to do and what not to do if a tree on your property is damaged by a storm. Minor tree damage – a few...
If you are thinking about adding a fence to your property, beginning your planning now will ensure you get the fence you want when you want it. Fence type, material, and purpose are critical issues to consider for a new fence, but timing also should be a big part of your decision. Your local...
As long as the weather is comfortable, gardeners are looking to plant and transplant shrubs, trees, and perennial plants in Mogadore, Akron and the surrounding area. The good news is most shrubs and trees will do well if planted or moved in the late summer or early fall. A few gardening tips,...
The buckeye tree is the state tree of Ohio. Ohioans are so proud of their beloved buckeyes that they are considered the “buckeye state” and even use the buckeye as the mascot of The Ohio State University. Its name originated from the Native Americans who noticed that the glossy brown seeds of the...
Shade trees are not only beautiful, but can save big with heating and cooling costs. Deciduous trees lose their leaves in the fall allowing the sun to shine down and warm a home on a chilly winter day. Spring comes, the leaves blossom yet again, and the deciduous trees display a lush canopy of...