Construction and Home Improvement Resources

Maintaining a swimming pool is not always an easy task. Cleaning the pool itself is pretty straightforward but complexity arises in maintaining the quality and cleanliness of the water in the pool. To help you with your pool maintenance, below is a beginner pool maintenance infographic.

Taking care of a summer lawn can present some interesting challenges, especially here in Arizona. There’s crabgrass to deal with. Mosquitoes, ticks and grubs can infiltrate your lawn. Then there’s the lack of nitrogen and iron. Here is an infographic that provides an assortment of helpful tips on maintaining your lawn during the summer months.

Your roof is a very important part of your home as it protects against the scorching heat of the sun, rain from storms, and the shivering snow. Without a roof, the house would not be complete. Unlike the walls which can be seen all-around the house, or flooring that you literally step on, the roof does not garner much attention compared to the other components of the house. Due to the unawareness of homeowners, small roofing problems can become major ones that require a more money to fix.

The man cave –  a special space where guys can pursue their interests and spend leisure time. Man caves serve many functions such as a hobby hut, art studio, gaming arena, home office, private library, poolside bar, tool shop, workshop, sports bar, and much more. Check out the following infographic to discover how to build your own ultimate man cave.

If your home energy costs rise in the summer and winter months, you are not alone. According to the U.S. Energy and Information Administration, more than 50% of home energy consumption in the U.S. is used for heating and air conditioning. This means that small improvements to the thermal efficiency of your home can have a big impact on overall energy use.

From 2015 to 2019, real estate and rental fraud grew at 2.6 times the rate of credit card fraud. The latest cyber threat is home title fraud. It’s hard to fathom that criminals have found a way that could rob you of your home equity, not too mention the very roof over your head. Check out the following infographic to learn more about “house stealing” and how you can protect yourself.

The honeybee and its other cousin-bee species have an important and crucial role to play in keeping us healthy. However, most can all agree that their role is best played outdoors. In this infographic, learn more about the various types of bees and other stinging insects and how to safely remove their hives from your home.

If you plan on entertaining outdoors, it’s important to have a clean and comfy patio area, serve food in an efficient manner, and make your guests comfortable. When designing your patio space, consider including shading options like retractable awnings or fabric covers and have plenty of light sources. The following infographic serves as a guide to outdoor entertaining.

Most people are not that fond of bugs, especially when they inhabit our living spaces. The desire is to keep them away, oftentimes with pesticides. Unfortunately, traditional pesticides contain many ingredients that are harmful to all living creatures, not just insects.

Taking advantage of your available outdoor area offers many benefits of expanding usable space beyond your four walls. To create a unique space, you should make sure the area is practical and allow enough room to move around freely. The following infographic looks at how to create a great outdoor living space.