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Lawn Irrigation – An Overview

Common Approach to Landscape Watering Along the coastal Gulf South, we typically receive adequate rainfall to mitigate watering needs for lawns and landscaping. However,...
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12 Hurricane Preparation Tasks to Do Now

The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before hurricane season starts. Listed below are steps to be taken to help you weather...
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5 Benefits of a Metal Roof

The decision to change the roof cover of your house is important because of the expense and intrusion into the solitude of your house...
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Home Addition Considerations

There are many reasons why someone would want to add on to their existing home, such as adding an extra bedroom for a growing...
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When are permits required to work on a house?

In most areas of the country, there are local building departments that administer construction permits. These permits are part of a process to ensure...
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Generator – Portable or Whole House?

Regardless of where you live, power outages are a common problem for homeowners. For homeowners along the Gulf Coast, hurricanes can leave communities without...
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We know how fun it is to celebrate the Fourth of July by popping fireworks in front of your house. Remember that, although fun, fireworks can damage your home and cause injuries if mishandled. 🧨

To keep your Independence Day celebration safe, here are some firework safety tips:
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- Light only one firework at a time
- Store unused fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets

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