Power raking, also known as dethatching, is a great way to improve the healthiness and look of your lawn. Similar to aerating your lawn, power raking your lawn can improve water and nutrient flow to the roots and stimulate new growth in your lawn. Power raking accomplishes this goal by raking up...
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, it is about that time of year to start thinking about planning graduation parties. Celebrate the hard work and determination that your child displayed in his or her scholarly career and throw a party that shows your joy for his or her...
The picturesque verdant lawn with accompanying garden, rife with eclectic herbs, flowers and vegetables…this is the image most elicited upon hearing the word “lawn,” but oftentimes, depending on your climate, that phase of a lawn's life cycle may only last a few months. To increase the quality of...
Alton, IL, June 7, 2022 – St. Peters True Value Rental is planning to expand by adding a third location in Breese, Illinois opening early this fall in September. The new location will add a third component to their business, Farm & Ranch. The 16,000 square foot building located off Old US Hwy 50...
The holidays are a crazy, busy time, but it is only after the guests have left, the decorations are put away, and the schedule gets back to normal that you may realize just how messy these special occasions can be, especially to your flooring. With the right care and attention, however, you can...
Ever wonder why after putting in the hard work of watering, fertilizing, and mowing your lawn it still is not green? The answer may be because you have not aerated your lawn. If your lawn is hard and tough to puncture, then it is time to aerate your lawn. Lawn aeration is key to making your yard...
Twinkling lights are a key part of holiday decorations, and it can be tempting to add extra lights to your display to be more festive every year. Unfortunately, more isn't always merrier with holiday lights, and an overdone display can quickly look tacky and jumbled. With a few easy tricks, however...
A leaking roof may not seem like a big problem during a long, dry summer, but as winter approaches, it is critical to make the necessary repairs. Fixing a leaking roof before winter can keep the costs minimal and ensure the roof is ready to handle the snow and ice of the winter months. Problems...
It is easy for anyone’s backyard to become a mess during the fall months. It eventually leads to a long list of things you would like to do before the winter comes. Most people do not own the equipment for a proper fall yard cleanup. This includes equipment such as chippers, aerators, leaf blowers,...
Whether you want to update your home’s look to match your personality, meet your family’s changing needs, or prepare for a property sale, there are many easy projects you can consider. These top home updates are sure to refresh your home and give you pride of ownership in this very important space....
Neglecting your lawn at this time of year will result in damage that lasts through all four seasons. Therefore, it is important to know what you must do to take care of your lawn in the spring so that you can enjoy a lush, green lawn all year, every year. Don’t fret however; spring time lawn...
For those who live in the colder climates, snow removal comes with the territory. Unlike mowing the lawn, it’s not the type of job that you can simply get to when it’s most convenient. Often, snow removal is needed at the most un-opportune of times. Usually, it’s when you need to be going to work...
While it’s true that most homeowners with a chainsaw (and the fortitude) can cut down a tree, it should be stressed that this is a project to be approached with the utmost care. Safety is the number one concern. Not only are chainsaws dangerous, but falling trees are equally so. It stands to reason...
When it comes to the changing weather, we learn to take the good with the bad. Sometimes though, Mother Nature tends to get a bit too cranky. Whether she throws us a typical storm or even hits us a little harder, it’s best to know what to do. Below, we share some before and after tips, as well as...
The flooding of basements can occur at any time for a variety of reasons. More often than not, flooding occurs when big storms filled with heavy rain takes place, but it can also happen when the weather is dry. Bottom line, basements are inherently prone to flooding. Therefore, if it happens to...
Whether you are new to home improvement or an old pro, there’s one thing that they both have in common: you need to have the right tools for the job. Since the pros use them on a regular basis, it makes sense for them to own their tools. For the homeowner, however, renting may be the better option,...
Refinishing hardwood floors in the home is a big job to handle. If you're going to tackle it yourself make sure you have the assistance of a floor sander you can rent from your local rental store. Proper planning before you begin is just as important, so here's a few tips to get started in the...
Having thoughts of transforming that empty attic or basement into something useful this year? Turn the extra time you are forced to spend indoors this winter tackling the project. Research shows, you won’t regret it. The average size of the American home has only grown over the past few decades...
The time you have to prepare your home for colder weather is dwindling. Before you know it winter will be in full swing; if your house isn’t prepared for the season repairs and maintenance could become more difficult and more expensive. So take a moment to consider this pre-winter house checklist...
It’s time to start thinking about your lawn. If you’re a veteran, then you already took the necessary steps to make sure you’re off to a great start. If not, then it is time to take action. Every homeowner has one thing in common, they need to rent their sod and grass equipment from the local...
As you’re looking out your window, coffee cup in hand and all you see is snow I can understand that it must be hard to think about spring and your lawn. Yet, no matter how many feet of snow are still left, you should start giving some thought about getting your lawn into shape this spring. Like...
Renovating your kitchen can be a huge undertaking. It is universally agreed to be the most expensive room in the house to renovate. Depending on the level of renovation you have in mind, willing DIYers can take a big chunk out of the project’s expenses by tackling the job themselves. Having said...
If your existing floor is beginning to look worn or tired, the first impulse may be to call the contractor and have floor replaced. Or sometimes the temptation is there to just have carpeting installed over top. The truth is, for a fraction of the money you would spend replacing the floor or...
As the weather gets warmer and winter’s ice and snow fades into chilly memory, we begin to think about opening the house up and doing our spring cleaning. With all of the warm summer months ahead of us and all of the projects we like to accomplish, wouldn’t it be nice to still find the time to...
It feels like just the other day I was relaxing in the sun with my shades on while breathing in the smell of fresh flowers as the wind blew by. Now it’s officially fall and there’s no looking back. With every turn of a season comes preparation for the following to make sure everything surrounding...
