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8 Backyard Features That Boost Your Home’s Value or ‘Chill’ Factor

Activities like running, hiking, and camping attract about 13.6 million Americans each year—but perhaps the easiest way to enjoy the outdoors is just chilling in the backyard.

Knowing that you can recover a chunk of any backyard expenses once you sell your home is also bound to heighten your enjoyment. Not all outdoor features boast the same returns, however. Some add more value depending on your price range and location, and rarely will a project pay for itself and then some. Find out which investments make the most sense for your home with this list of popular backyard additions that add value, marketability, or overall appeal.

landscaping, patio, backyard livingKevin ShealeyFebruary 3, 2021plants, front yard, landscaping, landscape, hardscape, hardscaping, real estate, backyardComment

Your Front Yard at its Finest

When you are ready to tackle the front yard of your home, there are several things to consider when making the most of it. Hiring a landscape expert to help you design is important, but you can get a jump on planning by understanding your needs and those of your lawn and garden. Here are three challenges homeowners face most often and how to get around the issues.

landscapingKevin ShealeyJuly 12, 2020plants, front yard, landscaping, landscape, hardscape, hardscapingComment

Rental Property Landscaping Dos and Don'ts

As a savvy landlord, you know how important the curb appeal of your property is. It’s like a book cover and sets the stage for what a prospective tenant can expect when they set foot inside the property. If it looks like it has seen better days, then it could be costing you business by driving away prospective tenants, warns Haas Properties. On the other hand, if it looks attractive, it could help you land prospective tenants easily and quickly. Here are 7 dos and don’ts of rental property landscaping to keep in mind when landscaping a rental property.

landscapingKevin ShealeyApril 4, 2020rental property landscaping, curb appeal, landscaping, landscape, landscape design Comment

Fall: Planting, Perennials, and Planning

When the flowers of summer start to wilt and fade, you may think that your outdoor space is no longer a place to enjoy the wonders of Mother Nature. Yet, when many gardens are beginning to dwindle there are plenty of ways to extend the life of your landscaping with a beautiful transition to fall. This article will give you some helpful tips and information on your Fall garden.

landscapingKevin ShealeySeptember 30, 2019fall planting, fall, landscape, planting, fall planning, hardscape Comment

Sep 11, 2023

Fall Fertilizer for Your Lawn

Lush lawns are something to pride for many homeowners. Often when we think of lawns, spring and summer months come to mind in vivid greens and with sprinklers at the ready. However, those of us who live in the Southeast know that summer months can be especially brutal to our landscaping, particularly our grass. Typically, your traditional turf grass, though pretty and usually easy to maintain, requires extra support due to depleted soil nutrients from heavy rains and soaring temperatures. For grass to look and function best, this support looks like proper fertilizer. The kinds of fertilizers vary depending on your turf type; however, when and how to fertilize couldn’t be simpler.

Jun 9, 2023

Landscaping for Wildlife

Chattanooga residents often have to fight off unwanted animals from eating flowers and plants in their yard. But for those that want to attract wildlife, there are several ways to do so. Let’s take a look at some ways to make your yard more creature friendly, while keeping maintenance relatively low.

Mar 10, 2023

Pool Fabulous

Though Chattanooga isn’t quite ready for summer swims and soirees, prepping your pool and outdoor living areas now will get your swim space ready to bloom and enjoy once those long, warm evenings truly arrive. Landscaping, shade structures, and lighting are all examples of features that can enhance your comfort and sensory experience at your pool.

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