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The fact that bedrooms are personal spaces often shared with another person makes decorating tricky. One crucial tip to keep in mind as you consider bedroom ideas is to forego popular trends or styles in favor of what makes you happy. If there arent any significant bedroom remodeling changes, determining your furniture layout is the first (and biggest) decision you will need to make. Once you've settled on a bedroom layout, take the time to select colors and decor that reflect your personality, but also take into consideration the serene nature of a bedroom. If adding new decorations and furniture isn't enough of an aesthetic change, you can turn your bedroom makeover into a full blown remodel by creating your own master bedroom suite, complete with a sitting room and master bathroom. How do I pick bedroom colors and decorating ideas?Although your bedroom color scheme is often a personal opinion, there are some paint colors that are more relaxing and better suited for your sleeping area. Studies have found that people with blue bedrooms often get more sleep because of the calmness it elicits. Brighter colors may lead to a better mood, but they also might keep you up longer at night. If you have a significant other with opposing tastes, consider master bedroom colors falling within the neutral range such as variations of green, gray or brown to keep everyone happy. Sharing many bedroom pictures that youve saved to your ideabook can be a great way to help your significant other get a sense of your bedroom remodeling ideas.

If youre looking for feng shui bedroom design ideas, then consider that its recommended you use warm earthy colors to create a welcoming environment, or softer blues and greens to create a tranquil ambiance. Bright colors, such as fuchsia and orange, are too stimulating in huge blocks, so use them as accents around the room to brighten up the space and provide hints of passion, an important part of a romantic bedroom.

When it comes to bedroom decorating ideas, your options are endless. When nailing down your bedroom design, its helpful to start by tackling the more permanent things, like furniture. Artwork and photographs that put you at ease are a great addition (although some advise against having family photos around, as they can hinder that sexy bedroom vibe), and mirrors are a must-have if you use the space for dressing. When considering bedroom ideas, bedding is always important your duvet and decorative pillows should play nicely with the paint color and bedroom wall decor, but can also be swapped out easily, which makes it easy to incorporate an interesting print or texture. Lastly, add some accessories to style your nightstand or dresser; just be careful not to go overboard too many knickknacks can make your room feel cluttered and disorganized, which can actually cause sleep trouble. If you keep these bedroom decorating ideas and color considerations in mind you should be well on your way to creating the perfect bedroom design.

Before you buy a new furniture set, be sure to consider the bedroom size. Even though you might need three dressers and two nightstands in your bedroom, you might not have the space for them. Measure the furniture and visualize or tape out where it will go so you can judge what will actually fit. Be sure to leave plenty of walking space, and double check that drawers and cabinets have enough room to open properly. When picking a spot for your bed, consider all the windows and doors. Placing a bed underneath a window or close to the door can be a bad idea, especially for light sleepers, as even the smallest crack of light can cause sleep disturbance.

When it comes to feng shui bedrooms, a free-flowing layout is crucial. The ideal placement for your bed is as far away from the door as possible, but still in a position that lets you see the entrance; usually, the corner diagonally across from the door is the best spot. Try and avoid having your head under a window due to the ebb and flow of energy going in and out; this causes disturbed and interrupted sleep. Do not position your bed so as to have your feet point out the door while youre sleeping; this is called the Death Position as the deceased are carried out feet first, and sleeping this way is said to drain your life force.

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How do I decorate my living room?When it comes to living room design, there are really no hard-and-fast rules. When considering different living room ideas, youll want it to be a space that makes your family and guests feel comfortable, but is also functional for day-to-day living. When thinking about living room colors, most people have a tendency to go super neutral or boldly colorful in living rooms, but be careful of going overboard with either. If you go with neutrals for the big items, like sofas, armchairs and ottomans, then go a bit bold with decorative accessories that way, you can easily swap out the small things when a new color scheme is in order. Likewise, if you want your sofa to be a statement piece then scale back the decor so they dont fight for attention.

Dont forget about the mid-sized living room decorating ideas, like rugs and curtains, which can double as functional and decorative when done right. Lighting is also an important feature to consider when decorating a living room. Do you have the ability to do overhead lighting, or will you need to use table and floor lamps? Either one can be design features in themselves, as well as putting the spotlight on other decor you want to showcase. In your living room design, position lighting in accordance to any art you want to illuminate, and remember to have a well lit spot for reading-related activities. You can also change the light of the space by the paint color you choose; a room with little natural lighting will benefit from a light and airy color, while one with plenty of sunlight may have more leniency in color choice.

You will no doubt need some seating options incorporated into your living room design, which can range from small accent chairs to a big roomy sectional. Be careful of cramming a too-large sofa into a too-small space its tempting to go big, but sacrificing walking paths or potential storage space is not always worth it. While there are a lot of different options in living room designs, you definitely want to have enough seating for those living in the house, plus an extra seat or two for the occasional guests. A place to put down drinks or snacks, like side tables or a coffee table, is a must. If you have the depth for it, an ottoman or coffee table where people can prop their feet up is always a welcome living room decorating idea, but skip out on this if the living room is on the narrow side and go for a deeper sofa instead. Whatever size your space is, theres plenty of living room inspiration to choose from - to get started on your living room remodel, add living room pictures which spark creativity to an ideabook on Houzz.

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Maintainer Care from Lawn Doctor is aimed at protecting trees (under 20 feet tall) and foundation plantings(plant beds and landscaping found around your home) to give you the best in tree and shrub care.

The Tree and Shrub Care Maintainer Program includes:

Your local Lawn Doctor experts aim to keep plants healthy and thriving throughout the year, in addition to monitoring plants for indications of disease or insects. Our local experts in trees and shrub care use their expertise regarding dangers common to your area so that any symptoms can get treatment immediately and pests can be identified as well as controlled.

From palm trees to evergreens, fertilization assists plants (particularly young plants) in growing at ideal rates. Healthy plants and trees also resist disease and insects more naturally. Lawn Doctors treeand shrub care also applies specially chosen nutrients to enhance the appearance and growth of your plants. It is important to pay continual attention to shrubs and trees since lacking just one nutrient could result in the death of your plants. Foliage may not be a reliable sign of the health of your plants.

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Toadstools, puffballs, dwarf benches and mushrooms are just a few of the names given to describe some of the fungi that can be affecting the health of your trees.

Formerly thought of as a group of simple plants lacking chlorophyll, fungi are now classified as a separate kingdom of living organisms. Fungi cause disease when a spore germinates on a susceptible host under the appropriate environmental conditions, producing hyphae (threads of fungal tissue) that enter and feed on the host.

Tree diseases caused by fungi can be broken down into four broad categories:

Root and Butt Rot Diseases The diseases in this category infect and kill roots and cause decay of the roots and trunks of trees. These diseases can seriously impair the structural integrity of the trees they infect resulting in total tree failure often with little advanced notice.

Canker Diseases These diseases commonly enter through wounds or branch stubs. The pathogen infects the bark tissue resulting in a sunken or discolored area of bark on branches or stems. Since many canker infections originate through branch stubs, the use of proper pruning techniques is very important in the prevention of canker diseases.

Foliar / Shoot Diseases These types of diseases are some of the most commonly encountered plant diseases. Symptoms range from small spots to large blotches on leaves and needles and death of entire leaves, needles and shoots. Impact to plant health from foliar and shoot diseases can range from minor aesthetic damage to death of entire plants.

Vascular Wilts Trees die quickly when wilts invade their vascular system, interrupting the transport of water and nutrients.

Management Options Since fungal tree diseases cannot be treated in a curative fashion, management efforts must focus on prevention. The best defense against tree pathogens is a healthy tree. Tree and site selection, watering during periods of drought, and regular maintenance fertilization are the keys to maintaining healthy landscape trees. Fungicides are technical materials that control certain foliar/shoot diseases by inhibiting the growth of fungi when applied preventively (before infection occurs).

An integrated plant management (IPM) program such as SavATrees Arbor Patrol Program incorporates cultural, biological, and chemical control measures through routine monitoring of both the trees and pathogens. The selection of the appropriate method(s) of control is based upon the overall impact of the disease on plant health and landscape aesthetics.

This overview of the fungi that infect trees barley scratches the surface of the fungal world. Please consult with your arborist to determine the best course of action to protect your landscape.

Click or call today to arrange a complimentary consultation from our fully trained and certified arborists for tree service, tree fungus treatment and tree pruning from SavATree. Click here to contact the office nearest you.

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Adding a second story addition to a one-story home is a bigger challenge than most people realize. My remodeling company does a lot of this kind of work, but that alone doesnt necessarily qualify me to be an expert in doing this complex type of addition. What does though is that I have done this project at my own house and lived there with a wife and kids while it was torn asunder.

Nearly doubling your homes square footage is extremely nice when its over, but it comes with a price. We suffered all the ravages of turning ones house upside down while living there during the construction something I now will not allow my clients to do. It taught me huge lessons about how stressful remodeling can be for my clients. I have a deep, genuine sense of empathy about the upheaval and disruption that happens. I find that homeowners love it when they work with a contractor who knows the challenges of remodeling first hand.

Second story additions are also technically complex projects, so its a good idea to have an idea about the process and typical costs, before jumping in feet first to get plans and estimates.

Second stories add significant weight to the original house, something its skeleton was not designed to hold up. Detailed plans must be developed with and engineers input along the way. The engineering cost can be over $1000.00 dollars, involving analysis of your slab and need for strategically placed underground piers inside and around the perimeter. A similar analysis has to be done if your home is built on a pier and beam foundation up off the ground. Critical structural details like beam sizes should all be spelled out in the plans before you get any estimates. An architects opinion about remodeling structural issues is not enough, and they are notoriously low on the cost of such projects. The City and your experienced remodeler will both need this information in order to pull permits.

The Top Five Questions:

Q1. Do I have to do full 2 nd story or can I do a partial one, like adding a new master bedroom and bath as second story space?

A. You can do it either way. You can also add a second story on a garage, but you often end up replacing the existing garage, slab and all.

Q2. What do projects like these really cost?

A. Every house is different but here are some typical ranges: For a full 2ndstory on a 2000 square foot house, the cost can range between $150,000 and $200,000. For a partial 2ndstory in the 500-700 square foot range, expect to pay $90,000 to $120,000, especially if there is a new bathroom upstairs. People are often surprised to find out that a new two story, 20 x 22 garage (with living space on the 2ndfloor) project, can cost between $100,000 and $150,000.

Q3. Why does 2nd story work cost more per foot that adding new space on the ground?

A. Several reasons: There is more demolition (of roof systems for example), there is a lot more interruption and re-working of the plumbing ,electrical systems, and A/C gear in your attic and walls; the addition of stairs in the house always requires significant changes in the downstairs space, a factor often overlooked in the beginning stages.

Q4. Are there exceptions to the rule where I can live in my house during the construction?

A. Yes With some partial 2n story projects, the work area can sometimes be isolated, leaving a working kitchen, bathroom(s) and some bedroom living space relatively untouched. Also, you can almost always live in your home while a two story garage is being constructed.

Q5. How do I find a remodeler who has the experience and skill to do this sort of project?

A. This is no handyman project, thats for sure! You need a contractor with lots of experience knocking out structural walls and tying into existing mechanical systems. The most experienced contractors in town belong to the Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelers Council and N.A.R.I. Also, be sure he or she has certifications in remodeling and construction.Instead of wasting time parading several contractors through the house, use your time wisely to ask the right questions over the phone first , to narrow it down to 1 or 2 companies to come do site visits. Then select the one you think is the best fit for you, and negotiate the project from there. A skilled remodeler can even help you cut some cost out of the project if need be.

A custom Builder I know says he can do my remodel and has given me a cheap price. It seems too good to be true. Follow your gut instinct. Beware of custom builders who say they know how to do remodeling. Remodeling is a different discipline with more skilled crews that are used in new construction. Custom builders do not have enough experience knocking out structural walls and tying into existing mechanical systems, and perhaps more dangerous, do not know how to estimate and price these things. This increases the chances they will run out of money and leave in the middle of the work leaving you with an expensive mess.

I hope I am not depressing you with this information. These are the real facts about second story addition work. It is always good to go into these adventures with your eyes open, armed with realistic information. I have never regretted adding a second story to my home. I love and appreciate my house and the changes I made during the remodeling. I know you will feel the same way, especially if you work with a skilled remodeler. Feel free to reply or call me if you have any questions about second story additions, or any other residential remodeling projects.

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Why should I overseed my lawn?

Overseeding is the planting of grass seed over an existing lawn. Overseeding corrects thin lawns, or prevents thinning, by compensating for the natural slowdown of the turfs reproduction or turfgrass death from environmental stresses.Overseeding introduces new and improved turfgrass varieties into your lawn that out compete weeds and fill in bare spots. By doing this, the lawn stays healthy and you seldom have to start over.

The best time for overseeding is late summer to early fall. Weeds are less active at this time so the seed will germinate better, temperatures are cooler, the ground is warm and you have great growing months ahead.

How do I begin?

Choose the proper Jonathan Green grass seed for the growing conditions of your lawn. We recommend using Black Beautygrass seed mixtures when seeding for their beautiful dark green look, drought tolerance, along with its disease and insect resistance.

Test your soil pH to see if Mag-I-Cal is needed, ideally your lawn should have a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. Then, check your lawn for soil compaction and overall soil health, to determine how muchLove Your Soilis needed. To test for soil compaction, push ascrew driver into the soil. If this proves difficult, your soil is compacted. If your soil has clay, sand, is light in color, or has a dusty composition it is missing essential microbes and Love Your Soil could be appliedeither once or twice a year, between the months of May and early September, depending on its severity.

If the lawn has not been mowed, do so before raking the ground to loosen the soil. While raking, remove dead grass, stones, sticks, etc. from the lawn area. In the case of larger areas, use of a rented, motorized, thatching machine can be helpful in the establishment of a seed bed.

Apply Winter Survival or Green-Up for Seeding and Soddingand soil foods,such as Mag-I-Cal and/or Love Your Soil.These products can be applied the same day as the seed.

If following our organic program, apply Mag-I-Calfor Acidic Soil or Mag-I-Cal for Alkaline Soil, along with our Organic Lawn Foodif it has been over 2 months since your last lawn fertilization.These products can also all be applied on the same day as the grass seed.

How do Iaccurately apply grass seed?

Apply seed at the proper rate,preferably with a spreader. For proper application seethe back of all product bags, or our spreader settings website,for accurate rates and settings.For maximum germination, please be sure that the grass seed is in firm contact with the loosened soil. Grass seed should be raked lightly so it is covered by 1/4 inch of soil.

How often should I water?

The seed bed should be kept moist for a few weeks while the grass seed is germinating. Light waterings,2 to 3 times a day,are of benefit during the early days when the newly seeded area is establishing. Within a few weeks, after the newly seeded grass needs to be mowed, you can decrease your watering schedule.

Is it possible to seed too heavy?

All plants need ample space for roots to spread. By spreading your grass seed too thickly on the ground, roots have to compete with each other to grow. Some seeds push through quickly and others fail to grow a deep root structure at all. As a result, you have a patchy lawn that still struggles as the seedlings fight for nutrients.

When will my grass seed sprout?

Perennial Ryegrass germinates the quickest, sometimes in 5 days, however it usually takes 10-14 days. Fine fescues including the creeping, chewing, and hard types usually take about 10-20 days. Tall Fescue usually takes 10-20 days but can be slow to establish under colder temperatures. Kentucky Bluegrass is the slowest to germinate, usually in 14-30 days and longer with cold temperatures. Remember, germinate means start to grow. You cannot expect a filled in lawn in 10 days!

Mow the new grass once it reaches 4 high. Keep the mowing height at 3 except for the last cut of the year which should be 2 inches in height. This is very important for your lawn during the winter months. The shorter mowing height helps the grass plant roots survive winter stress.

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Milwaukee-Based Builders Expand Garages in Greater Wisconsin

At J.D. Griffiths, our reps frequently get asked if we build additions to existing garages. The answer is an overwhelming, Yes! In fact, we take it a step further with the ability to perfectly match the exact look and style of your pre-existing garage. Perhaps you would rather have a slightly different design, one that accompanies your current garage as an accent. Basically, whatever garage you dream of having, well make it happen.

Lets realistically suppose youre worried about the new garage being spick and span, meaning your existing garage might appear old and run-down in comparison. Our master carpenters are easily able to give your existing garage a glorified facelift. Optional services include new siding, a new roof, and a new service door, along with aluminum soffits, overhangs, and touched-up trim. By enlisting our garage remodeling service, we can also rebuild the walls, making everything maintenance-free for years upon years to come. Your current garage will look brand new just like the addition that really is new!

We get it: youre thinking about adding on to your attached garage, but have no clue what the price will be, what is logistically possible on your property, or how youll obtain the building permit(s) needed in Wisconsin.

Do you wonder what adding a 1-car addition to your current 2.5-car attached garage would cost? Perhaps you have a 1-car garage right now and need to house 2 vehicles. In some cases it might be more cost-effective on your part to have us tear the old one down and start fresh. Even so, you have no idea if your desired garage addition or new build will be $10,000, $20,000, or $30,000? Prices can vary significantly based on a variety of factors, many of which come down to your personal preference.

Ultimately, we might have to see your current configuration in order to give a 100% accurate quote. Please know you are NEVER wasting our time by reaching out to us for help in planning and estimating, even if youre completely unsure of whether or not youre going to go through with it. Its important to us you have a pinpointed idea of what your new dream garage is going to cost.

The one thing we cant do when planning to have an addition built to your existing garage is help you convince your wifebut good luck with that part!

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We all hear a lot about family values these days and here at CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. we live them every day. CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. has provided value and quality in storage buildings, garages, additions, and garage doors to thousands of families. CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. is dedicated to helping families meet their growing needs for additional storage and living space. Whether you are looking for a safe place to store your family's car, boat, bikes, lawn equipment, or you need to add a workshop, home office, or apartment, CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. has the size and type of garage you need.With our five garage styles and hundreds of design possibilities, CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. can satisfy your individual requirements. We are confident you will be pleased with your CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. product.

With most catalogs, you'll find complicated charts, measurements and pricing breakdowns. At CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C. we don't bother you with these charts and numbers because our garages are custom designed by YOU!

What you will find inside this site is an array of styles and ideas to help you formulate the design best suited to reflect the architecture of your area and the style of your home.

Not having the price readily available may seem strange,but as you consider the customizing options you can understand just how complicated this could be. We will be happy to quote you a price on any size garage oraddition including any options you choose.

Thank youfor your interest in CT Garages & AdditionsL.L.C.. We look forward to serving you and your family.

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One of the most important reasons to have your air ducts cleaned is to improve the quality of your indoor air. According to NADCA, the average six-bedroom home creates approximately 40 pounds of dust that is circulated through your air vents every year. Your HVAC system is your homes way of breathing; it takes air in and exhales it back out.

Every day living, from you, your kids, and especially your pets, causes a significant amount of pollutants and contaminants that make their way into your air conditionings ducts. You can expect to find cat dander, dog hair, dust, and even chemicals being circulated throughout your house every time your air conditioner runs. In fact, when impurities make their way into your AC unit, they will be re-circulated anywhere from five to seven times a day. As this occurs, filth and grime builds up inside your ducts and contaminates the air you breathe.

Having contaminants and pollutants built up inside your air conditioning system doesnt necessarily mean that you are breathing unhealthy air; however, there is a serious concern for individuals with respiratory and other health conditions who inhale impurities. In effort to keep your indoor air quality as clean as possible, we recommend that you have your ducts professionally cleaned every two to three years.

98%

Of dangerous pollutants are too small to be removed by a standard HVAC system.

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I moved into a home in Gilbert that looked like it hadnt been cleaned in 10 years, and was scared of what might be in the ducts after seeing the layer of grunge on the air filter. I called A-Z immediately to take care of that. Mike and Jacob arrived on time, and set to work. They were engaging and didnt mind my questions. They showed me before and after pictures of the vents, cleaned everything thoroughly, including vent covers and cleaned up beautifully. In short, they did a fabulous job and were very engaging to work with.

I just had service and couldnt be happier. Its been awhile since I gave someone a review so here it is. Pros- Account setup and request for service was EASY, the had AVAILABILITY for the time slot I required. Technicians, (Dainen & Joe) sent email as the dispatch had stated when they were en route to my address. Dainen & Joe showed up ON TIME, they were POSITIVE, PERSONABLE, FRIENDLY and I felt comfortable with them in my home and around my family. They WORKED HARD and my DUCTS ARE CLEAN. They look new.

Mike and Sean just came by for our annual duct cleaning and, once again, I could not be happier with their service. They were prompt, professional, and even helped fix an issue with a loose vent cover (the plaster where the screw goes in had been stripped). The fee is the cheapest weve ever found since shopping around two years ago, but this is one case in which you dont get what you pay for, you get far more. We plan to stick with the company every year for the next 27 years of our mortgage and would gladly recommend them.

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According to the EPA, the average home accumulates as much as 40 pounds of dust per year. Dust is full of more than dirt, containing everything that is in the air surrounding you. In fact, the air you breathe can cause allergies, asthma, and even make you ill.Learn More

Air Sealing is among the least understood options for your overall home HVAC efficiency. This is another effective way to protect your investment in your HVAC unit, as well as protect your air ducts and improve indoor air quality. Ultimately, this will lead you to a cleaner, less polluted home.Learn More

The Air Scrubber Plus air filtration system with ActivePure technology actively cleans the air of your home without effort on your part. This technology is proven to remove up to 99.9% of the harmful contaminants in your home using Certified Space Technology developed by NASA.Learn More

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As the demand for air duct cleaning has increased, so has the number of companies willing to offer their services. Yet, not all companies are ready to tackle the issue of air duct cleaning head on.Learn More

A good air duct cleaning company is one that makes use of the right tools for the right job. As there are a number of tools that are used for HVAC Cleaning, the challenge is being able to choose the right one for the job.Learn More

Getting your air ducts cleaned can be costly. But the fact that it is costly, doesnt by any stretch of imagination mean that you should let your air ducts stay dirty and contaminate the air that you breathe.Learn More

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