If you live in an area susceptible to bad storms, even hurricanes, you already know the drill when a potential disaster bears down on your neighborhood. Before the rains begin, you are bringing patio furniture into the garage or storage unit, removing loose toys and other hazards, and taking care of your pool. A cover  Read More

If you’re like most homeowners in Hampton Roads, you probably forget that your back yard even exists between November and March. Barring the occasionally unseasonably warm day, all that real estate goes unused when it’s cold outside. But what if there were a way to get more use out of your back yard in the  Read More

By now you’re probably in the thick of holiday shopping for your family. No doubt everybody has given you an extensive list or at least hinted at one or two gifts they would like to receive. Your budget may only allow for purchase of some items, but if you’re lucky there may be enough in  Read More

The changing of seasons can be a tricky time for people who enjoy spending time outdoors. The weather may still be warm, but it can also be unpredictable and inconsistent. The days are getting shorter, and evenings are getting too chilly to stay outside for more than a few minutes at a time — so  Read More