Homes in Maryland and Pennsylvania are under attack. The assailant is mold, a microscopic marauder that moves through the air without mercy. While mold spores by themselves are generally harmless, they wreak havoc and harm if they reach a damp spot on your house. Before long, the evidence is overwhelming. What looks like a small
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It may be hard to believe, but the holidays are upon us. It seems like just the other day we were enjoying backyard barbecues and summer vacations, and now we’re dusting off decorations in preparation of the most festive time of year. There’s work to be done before we can make merry sitting around the
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The sun has set on summer fun, but that doesn’t mean the good times have to end. Just move the party inside—after a little green cleaning. While there are a lot of products on the market that eliminate dirt, grease, and grime, many contain chemicals that may do more harm than good. Some individuals have concerns
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After a wet spring and summer, be prepared for more rain as we head into September. With an annual average of nearly 4 inches of rainfall, September is the wettest month of the year for our region. But that doesn’t mean homeowners throughout Maryland should put off power washing. Despite what you may have heard, rainwater
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We never like to see summer come to an end, but at least we get a chance to send it off in style this Labor Day weekend. Use the upcoming holiday as a great excuse for one last patriotic party. If you’re not sure how to throw the ultimate end-of-summer celebration, we have a few simple tips
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There’s no better place to spend a hot summer’s day than by the swimming pool. It’s a popular spot with friends and family. Plus, a quick dip in the water offers the ultimate relief from high temperatures. But while the pool is helping you make the most of the season, it could be harming the environment.
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Concrete is a solid choice when it comes to driveways, sidewalks, and patios. It offers strength and durability while still being relatively simple to work with. Take your pick of various colors and decorative options, as you customize outdoor surfaces. Then, enjoy a low-maintenance approach since concrete offers maximum protection for minimum effort. It does require
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After working in this business for more than a decade, we’ve found a number of environmentally-friendly ways to make pressure washing more effective. Oil, grease, grime, mildew, rust stains, bird droppings—you name it. While we never know what stains will pop up next, we can use a pressure washer to remove them. Especially when we combine
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Spiders may have eight legs, but they rate a full ten on the creepy list. Although we’re not big fans of this particular insect, we understand the benefits they bring to the home. Their insect-eating ways can be good for your garden, your patio, and your outdoor lighting, but how do you restrict them to these
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There’s a lot to like about old homes. Quality construction, larger lots, and lower price tags are just some of the reasons potential buyers prefer established homes. Of course, with character comes maintenance—especially when you have concrete steps leading to your new door. One common concern with concrete is its tendency to deteriorate over time. In
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