Well it’s that crazy time of year again for all of us, back to school means moms and dads are happy that school is starting! Students are heading back for another semester and moving companies are as busy as ever… As the September excitement hits us, we have some tips for home owners at the end of summer.
End of Summer Sales: Time to buy that Lawn Mower, BBQ, Chainsaw, or Outdoor Furniture?
End of summer also means sales for BBQ’s, landscaping items, tools, and other home improvement items. Keep an eye out for that lawn mower, power washer or lawn sprinkler system that you’ve had your eyes on. Some of the biggest retailers will be discounting these warm weather items shortly. Web sites are often the easiest way to research the best sales in your city, but we’ve noticed that some retailers resort mainly to traditional advertising, so it may be worth leafing through the flyers on the weekend.
Home Improvement tip, keep an eye on Home Depot, Rona, Home Hardware, Canadian Tire and Costco sales…
Have you ever been asked for your email address while paying for your items? We’ve noticed that it’s worth giving your email address to retail stores since they often send you discount coupons by email for free! So keep this in mind next time a retail store asks for your email address. Savings sent for free are a good thing!
Fall Landscaping Tips for home owners
Did you know that fall is the best time to landscape? With the end of the drought season arriving, some plants and most trees, shrubs and grasses (especially sod) are best planted in the fall. Of course, don’t forget the tulips, crocus and daffodils either! If you want your home to look great next may, start planning now.
Landscaping Planning, is it too late to hire a landscape architect?
In a case of a major project, September is not too late to hire that landscape architect or qualified designer to plan your landscaping project. Since most landscaping projects do not require a building permit prior to start, home owners and contractors can often get to work within a few weeks of agreeing on the plan of action. And yes, having a plan in writing is important! Otherwise you and your contractor won’t know exactly what the job entails.
"Dammit" muttered Bob the contractor as he realized that somewhere buried under those leaves was the missing crucial fastener.
Landscaping is very important, get it right and get a plan drafted prior to starting any major work. Landscaping is often the hardest part for a home owner to visualize, so it’s best to hire an expert to design this space for you. We have had this experience in the recent past and all we can say is What a Difference it makes to have a good plan…and hiring a good landscape architect is the fist step. Money well spent to say the least.
Happy end of summer and plan your next project using our service, we’re here for you!
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