It’s an old joke that you’ve likely heard before: An astronaut strapping himself into a spaceship preparing to blast off for the stars, pauses and thinks to himself: “I’m about to trust my life to this piece of government equipment… Read More
Archive for the ‘Bob’s Blog’ Category
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Have You Made the Switch to LEDs?
We don’t mean to nag, but just wanted to check: Have you made the switch to LED bulbs in your landscape lighting yet? It’s your business, of course, whether you make the switch or not. But just so you know,… Read More
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Just a Reminder: Don’t be Careless with Keys!
Imagine this scenario: You arrive home after a long day’s work. You’re bone-tired. All you want to do is get inside, relax and unwind. You stand at the front door and rummage around in your pockets or purse for your… Read More
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2015 Poised to be Record Breaking Year for Home Renovation Projects
Is the recession over? There are still some mixed signals, but overall, economic indicators signify that the worst is behind us. The housing market is recovering too, though a return to pre-crash levels is expected to take a while. But… Read More
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Study Reveals Best Burglary Deterrent for Homeowners
It’s an unfortunate truth that burglary is of great concern (or should be) to every homeowner. According to the FBI, an average of more than 2 million burglaries occur each year in the United States. And victims of burglaries suffer… Read More
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Dreaming of a Home Theater? You’ll Have Lots of Seating Options.
Home theater systems have become wildly popular. And the most popular place to install a home theater? A renovated basement, of course. That only makes sense. After all, a basement is naturally likely to offer many of the qualities desirable… Read More
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Planning On Selling Your Home? Don’t Let Your Garage Floor Turn Away Prospective Buyers.
Anybody who has been through the process of selling a home knows that preparing for the sale is a lot of work. Because even though you may constantly work to keep your house clean and tidy, getting it ready to… Read More
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Have You Considered Adding Blueberries To Your Landscape?
Blueberries are great in pancakes, muffins and pies. But did you know that they also go great in landscapes? If you have the right kind of soil – or if you’re willing to amend your soil properly – blueberries can… Read More
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Is It Time For Your Basement To Join the 21st Century?
Are you living in an older home? I guess the answer to that question depends upon your definition of “older.” But for this discussion, let’s say that your home is really older – as in several decades old, at least…. Read More
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3 Simple Tips for Top Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting offers value to homeowners in several ways: enhanced home value, greater safety and security, and aesthetic beauty. But not all landscape lighting designs are created equal. Some offer more of these key values than others. Getting the most… Read More