Spring is quickly upon us.  What flowers can be planted for a gorgeous garden this spring?  Here are some suggestions. Gladiolus. Gladiolus are easy to grow and are available in white, pink, purple, red, yellow, green and even multi-colored blooms. Dahlia. There are literally thousands of varieties of Dahlias but they don’t like direct sunlight […]

Answer: Exterior: Clean the driveway and clear all vegetation from the walkway and driveway cracks. Keep garbage containers in the rear of the house or garage and keep toys and bicycles from the yard. Clean the front and interior doors and frames. A few colorful potted flowers can go a long way in dressing up […]

Answer: Preparing for winter is an important part of home preservation.  Even if you don’t suffer snow and sub-zero winters, fall is a great time for preventative maintenance.  Here are a few tips. Furnace Inspection Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and clean ducts. Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. […]

Last week we inspected a home in Arden Hills that had a putting green in front of the home and a lake for its backyard. You can invite friends over to practice your golf game then go out on a the lake for a sunset cocktail cruise. We love seeing the creative things people do […]

Answer: While more critical for some homes than others gutters can be of benefit to the preservation of any home.  Here is some information on the benefits and types of gutters that can be installed. Gutters help redirect rainwater away from your house which helps keep standing water away from your foundation and also helps […]