During the last 10 years, new and higher bridges have been built, new roads with flood-resistant construction completed, and floodways reconstructed, all with the intent of surviving the next flood of the same proportion. The question remains, will it be enough to prevent the same level of devastation? We will never know until it actually happens. However, one thing you can do to be better prepared for the next time it happens is to check your insurance coverag
Adding these fall flavors to your home’s landscaping will give it that welcoming fall feeling and bring shine to its curb appeal, which helps attract buyers to your home.
In Colorado, it is pretty rare to have a 100% crack free foundation and concrete work, but a proper design for the specific lot, maintaining the grade and the drainage system, will ensure the least amount of problems due to expansive soils in our area.
When purchasing insurance in areas prone to wildfires, potential homebuyers should consider the cost of protecting their property from these natural disasters.
To help your garden survive the heat, the best defense may be a good offense. Ultimately, you’ll want to watch the weather and take preventive steps to help your plants survive extremely hot days.
Dehydration can strike in any environment – walking around your local downtown, hiking high peaks in the mountains, or working in your garden, it is important to always be prepared and drink water often.
When you think of a squash bug, think noun, not verb – the vegetable, not the act of flattening an insect. Squash bugs are pests that wreak havoc on cucurbits such as summer squash, zucchini, cucumbers, pumpkins and gourds. Also known as Anasa tristis, they target...
Sustainability became “hot” in 2023, putting carbon reduction at the top of the list of home improvements that bring value nationwide, according to the Remodeling 2023 Cost vs. Value Report (CVV) on home renovations that deliver the best return on investment (ROI).
There are many great plants to choose from that will do well in Colorado, but unfortunately, most of them require sun. What can be done for our shady areas? Plenty!
If you’re preparing your home for sale in today’s market, it must feel move-in ready. But what areas are worthy of a facelift from a prospective homeowner’s viewpoint? Today’s homeowners are most interested in outdoor living spaces.
Every May in Colorado is Wildfire Awareness Month. However, this year, the month of May kicks off with a new public outreach campaign entitled, “Live Wildfire Ready”.
Effective June 12, 4Rivers Equipment’s Ag division will merge with 21st Century Equipment to create a 26-store organization serving western Nebraska, eastern Colorado, and southeastern Wyoming. 4Rivers Equipment will continue to grow its construction division separately.
Grow & Give was created and is supported by Colorado State University Extension to address the need for more fresh, locally grown produce grown in home gardens and shared when possible.
With so many pet owners factoring in their pets’ needs when choosing a home or apartment to live in, a new and fascinating interior design trend has sprouted: barkitecture.
New to North America in 2002 and found in Boulder in 2013, emerald ash borer is a nonnative insect that established itself and began infesting and killing ash trees in the county.
Spring is just around the corner, and enthusiastic gardeners are already plotting to get their gardens in shape for the growing season. From soil to sunshine, it all takes planning.
From biophilic design to sprucing up your bathroom, there are a number trends picking up speed in 2023. Here are some of the most exciting trends to grace Pinterest this year.
It’s cold and wintry outside – which means it’s the perfect time to think about sunshine, warmer weather and getting your spring gardening on! Here are a few steps you can take in February to prepare for spring gardening.
A new year means a new look. With more people working inside of their homes than ever, now is the perfect time to consider giving that home office a new coat of paint. But don’t just recoat it. Give it a new personality by using one of this year’s top home office paint color trends.
Design trends come and go. And while you probably won’t be ripping out your entire kitchen just to stay on top of trends, they can certainly provide some inspiration if you were already planning a renovation.
With the year’s coldest months underway, your furnace will be working overtime to keep the house cool. And if it breaks down, fixing it will quickly become your top priority. Here are some do’s and don’ts about what to do if something goes wrong with your heating system.
