Ellen Bell

Septic System Alternatives That Save Money

For anyone who has recently installed a new septic system or is thinking about putting one in, you probably already know that the cost can be prohibitively expensive. Especially during these tough economic times when everyone is trying to save money, it ... Read >

Landscaping Designs: Three Basic Principles

Creating a well designed landscape is a lot like creating a well designed piece of artwork. The guiding principles of design are the same. A well designed landscape is made of three basic elements, or principles: good balance of scale, color, and perspe... Read >

Preparing for a Hurricane - 4 Tips That Save Lives

During hurricane season, which in the United States stretches from June through November, homes in coastal communities all along the Southeast try to prepare for the threat of these terrible storms. The first concern of any homeowner is how to prepare yo... Read >

Composting Toilets - A Buyer's Guide

Composting toilets can be a complex product to shop for, because there are so many different styles and types to choose from. If you don't know much about composting toilet systems or how they work, the process of shopping for one can be downright daunti... Read >

Magnetic Sweepers - Making Construction Site Cleanup More Effective and Efficient

If you've ever visited a building or construction site, you know that these areas are typically littered with dangerous metal debris that can cause flat tires or personal injury. Responsible construction firms clean up their worksite areas at the complet... Read >

Choosing the Right Address Plaque for Your Home

An important element of every home's front entrance is a well-marked address plaque. Having your house number clearly and prominently displayed on your home's exterior not only helps friends and visitors locate you, but it also helps service providers, d... Read >

Building a Greenhouse: How to Get Started

If you've considered building a greenhouse in your yard, but feel a little daunted by the prospect of such a big job, you are not alone. Depending on the size and type of structure you want to build, constructing greenhouse from scratch is a big endeavor... Read >

Going Green Tips: 5 More Easy Things to Do At Home

Eco friendly living, sometimes also referred to as going green, is a growing trend in the United States and around the world. People are becoming more conscious of the negative impact that our daily actions and choices can have on the environment around ... Read >

Sliding Glass Doors: The Homeowner's Buying Guide

Shopping for a sliding glass patio door can be a little overwhelming. Just visit any home center or big box hardware store and you'll find several dozen choices on the floor, and possibly hundreds more options in special order catalogs. How does the ave... Read >

Holiday Organization In the Summer

During the warm days of summer, Christmas is usually the farthest thing from most people's minds. However, summer may actually be a great time to do some pre-planning and organization for the holidays, because we aren't yet inundated with parties, gift s... Read >

Landscaping Designs That Meet Your Needs

While the physical labor of landscaping is tedious, many homeowners have a greater fear of the planning and design process. After all, landscape design architects go to school and get degrees in the subject, so it must be fairly complex, right? While it... Read >

Create an Outdoor Privacy Screen with a Vertical Garden

Do you have an area in your yard that you want to block from the prying eyes of a neighbor, a roadway, or public park? There is no better solution than to add a vertical garden. A vertical garden is a line of foliage and/or a barrier of flowers trained t... Read >

Going Green Tips: 5 Easy Things You Can Do at Home

Going green, also known as eco friendly living, is a growing trend around the world. Now more than ever, people are beginning to realize the impact their actions and decisions have on the world around us. Every time we get in a car, ride on a plane, or ... Read >

Composting Toilets: Clean, Odorless & Money Saving!

If you're like most people, chances are you don't really know what a composting toilet is or how it works. If your initial reaction to the idea is one of disgust, then read on, because we're about to shed some light on the subject! Many people think of ... Read >

Building a Sandbox

Almost every child enjoys playing in a sandbox. If you have children at home, but don't have a sandbox in your yard, consider putting one in. They are inexpensive and easy to build, and your kids will have hours of fun in it all summer long. Like any o... Read >