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One Virginia Cooperative Extension survey found that landscape expenditures — especially large ones — “significantly increase perceived home value.” That leads to a higher selling price than homes with minimal landscaping. Bigger landscaping spending means a bigger return, according to the study. The Appraisal Institute, America’s biggest association of real estate appraisers, advises homeowners that “improving their property’s […]
If your lawn’s spring rebirth is less than glorious thanks to weeds, dead spots and lackluster color, now is the time to shape it up. During your lawn’s spring growth spurt, it responds quickly to your improvement efforts. But don’t wait: You have about six weeks until grass growth slows way down when summer turns […]
Some features, like home security and smart thermostats, provide immediate and obvious value to homeowners, but what about smart lighting? It saves energy Have you ever come home after a long day at work? Or perhaps you’ve been running errands only to find all the lights are on in your house. If you cringe at […]
Energy-efficiency has driven the evolution of the light bulb, but the next iteration of the light bulb will launch it into the Era of the Internet of Things (IoT). As LED lights slowly replace compact fluorescent lights (CFL’s) due to greater energy-efficiency, businesses have been exploring the profitability of replacing LED lights’ electrical power source with an alternate […]
Without a doubt, what gives fans the thrill of watching football is the fact that it is such a high-contact sport. Everyone looks forward to that tackle that is going to stop the opposing team from scoring the touchdown. Or that aggressive sack that is going to take down the quarterback, preventing the play entirely. […]