lawn care

  Photo courtesy of nrdc.org     You Ask, We Answer: What Are Some Alternatives to a Grass Lawn? With the first shoots of spring popping through the soil, we’ve got our eyes on the outdoors. From our lawns to our gardens, the thought of spending time outside, sunshine on our skin, is getting us through these last days of winter. But for some Connecticut homeowners, the pending...

Photo courtesy of Anne J Macinty You Ask, We Answer: Help! My Yard Is All Weeds. What Can I Do? Summer is in full swing, and whether you’ve recently moved in to your dream house or are a veteran homeowner, chances are, your yard figures prominently into your summer plans. But looking out onto your yard and seeing a lawn full of weeds can be discouraging at best, and overwhelming at worst....

5 Ways to Protect Your Home From Pests this Winter By Ben Bowen , Fox Pest Control You’d think the pests are gone in the winter, but they still come around. Because of the cold temperatures and the lack of food, your home in Connecticut is like an oasis. Maybe you’ve had it with the centipedes that keep coming in the basement all winter, or you’re tired of the spiders in all your holiday...

In the United States, more than 100,000 thunderstorms occur each year. These storms, which can be accompanied by high winds, hail and tornadoes, can cause power outages, fires and flooding, all of which pose serious threats to people and property across the country. When these storms hit, many of the features that make your home more comfortable and enjoyable can also pose serious risks. Learn how to...

Waking up your lawn can be challenging, and there is added pressure if you want to put a home on the market. Early spring is one of the best times of the year to make your home look great. This busy season coincides with an uptick in activity in the real estate market, making it that much more critical for you to get your lawn back in great shape. Here are a few helpful tips for reviving your lawn...

Some years it seems we have more than the usual amount of rain in the summer.  Some years we can't seem to get enough. Excess rain may give us greener lawns, however it is important to remember that the rain also ends up in the storm drainage system. Any fertilizers or pesticides people use for lawn care can wind up in the same storm drains, which eventually drain into our local waters.  Excess nutrients...