The Patz McMillan Team

For those interested in creating a more natural looking environment, traditional green lawns provide an obvious starting point. Grass or turf remains one of North America's most common forms of landscaping enhancement, and a significant agricultural crop. Turf offers many of the same properties as most other natural and porous groundcover, but also provides accessibility and aesthetics that others cannot. If you have ever visited a public park, you already know the benefits of a healthy green lawn. And if you play outdoor sports, you know the cushioning effects that natural turf provides, compared to synthetic surfaces. In addition, lawns create oxygen,

"Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.” Anonymous “One who smiles rather than angers is always stronger.” Chinese proverb “Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare.” Japanese proverb “Nothing is inevitable, if we are paying attention.” Marshall McLuhan

While most homeowners know that security is an important aspect of comfortable family living, many are not aware of the many security options that are available. For example, a solid well-built window system with double-pane glass, window locks and deadbolts provides merely “entry level” window security for the average homeowner. Nowadays, the protection of family and property requires a better understanding of the risks, and a greater awareness of the options available to reduce those risks. Here are a few of the options you may want to consider in order to improve your window security. Physical Barriers Short of installing

New designs for small barbecue units are capitalizing on a niche market by offering the tasty benefits of grill cooking without spreading irritating odors and smoke. According to manufacturers, the grill is heated on a traditional cooking surface (outdoor gas BBQ, indoor electric stove, etc.), but sits over a shallow pan of water designed to catch and extinguish dripping fat and food and prevent odors caused by burning or smoldering against the heat source. Where balcony cooking is allowed, condo dwellers may enjoy the benefits of BBQ cooking without disturbing neighbors with odors and smoke.

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Dry rot describes wood that has deteriorated and ultimately rotted under wet conditions and subsequently dried out. The deterioration is caused by a fungus that thrives in moisture, and can actually spread through healthy wood. The result can be quite a surprise to homeowners, when it is discovered in covered or concealed areas. The best way to protect any exposed wood is to treat it regularly against moisture damage. Untreated wood should be protected from the elements by weatherproof roofing or siding.

Of course any wooden interior or exterior structures (under eaves, in attics and crawlspaces, etc.) should be inspected regularly.