Remove Ailanthus trees Spotted Lanternfly requires the ailanthus altissima (Tree of Heaven) to reproduce. This tree is the spotted lanternfly’s primary target. Because of this, the first step you should take to get rid of this pest is removing these…

Ladies and gentlemen, the pleasures of the grilling season are upon us. Can you think of anything more satisfying than cooking in an open space full of life and laughter? What a wonderful way to bring together family and friends!

The winter snow has finally melted away, and the cracks and discoloration on your patio and walkways are plain as day. With heavy foot traffic, weather damage, and weeds slipping through the cracks, your pavers can start to appear dingy and unkempt.…

The grill adds great flavor to any kind of seafood. This recipe for grilled Chesapeake blue crab is fairly simple, yet quite delicious. You'll have these ready quickly and have enough time to dine and socialize with your guests. This recipe shows…

When this Royersford, PA family first started thinking of a new patio, they were focused on creating a new outdoor space for the entire family. They wanted an open but covered area to relax with friends, to cook, and a nice fireplace area. This led…

SALTING EARLY PAYS OFF You might have heard the warning that you shouldn’t salt meat too far in advance of cooking because it can draw out moisture. It’s true that salt draws moisture towards itself, but over the course of 20 to 30 minutes that’s a…

If you're tired of your landscape the way it is or if you're in process of starting the design on your new outdoor living space, a multi-level patio could be just the thing to give your backyard some added pop. Multi-level patios are exactly what…

Words like “sustainable” and “responsible” continue to grow in importance with today’s consumers as we collectively become more conscientious about how our actions affect the world around us and the legacy we leave behind. However, we still wish to…

CHOOSING THE RIGHT RETAINING WALLS When building retaining walls, here are some of the factors you should consider when planning the design and choosing the best wall for your project. A number of considerations have to be made when designing and…

Travertine pavers are beautiful thick stones which are used for paving outdoor areas like pathways, hallways and pool areas. Travertine pavers are widely used around the globe in a variety of projects. With their elegant designs, travertine pavers…