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3 Ways to Make Your Home More Attractive on a Budget
Renovating your home can be a costly task. However, there are many ways to work within your budget to make

4 Tips for Keeping Pests Out of Your Garden
Introduce Beneficial Insects While most people want to keep insects out of their garden, they can actually be beneficial when

3 Ways to Up Your Curb Appeal
Your home is your biggest investment, but while it’s tempting to focus on making the inside attractive and comfortable, the

Snow and it’s Effects on Plants
Like many things, too much or too little of anything can be bad. The same can be said of snow. On the

How to Maintain Your Backyard During Winter
Now that the temperature outside has declined, it is a great time to get outside and make sure your yard

Spring Into the Growing Season With a Refreshing Spring Yard Cleanup!
As we spring into the growing season, now is the perfect time to schedule a full spring cleanup service to

Is Pre-Emergent Weed Control Really Worth it?
As we approach the warmer months of the year in Illinois, your grass will emerge from winter dormancy and start

Dealing With a Grub Infestation? – Here’s What to Do
Grub season is upon us in Illinois. These tiny pests are capable of inflicting a lot of damage to your

Mulch 101: How Often Should You Replenish Mulch in Illinois?
Many property owners in Illinois love installing mulch in their landscape beds because of the added visual appeal it provides.