Boat lifts extend your boat's lifespan, make it easier to resell, and protect it from corrosion, stains, and algae. But to ensure your boat lift can protect your investment, you need to take good care of the boat lift itself. Keep reading for some crucial...

Installing a septic tank may not sound like the most complicated process. But in actuality, many things can go wrong throughout the process if you don't have an experienced and knowledgeable contractor to head off issues before they develop. And once the system is...

Too much water can cause mold, cracks in the foundation, bad smells, and even health problems among people in your household. Good drainage helps keep your home a healthy and functional place to live. Knowing how to identify the signs of a drainage problem and what to...

A septic system on your property means you have control over drainage and disposal of waste water. You also are not under a shared public municipality with its accompanying fees and regulations. A septic tank and its accompanying drain field can last 20 years or more...

It’s always exciting during construction to see the new structure actually go up. But before you reach that stage, a great deal of planning and preparation has to go into the site. Your soil, for instance, needs specific preparation steps in order to be ready for a...

A pond is often a beautiful and natural asset to your property, but a body of water comes with challenges. Many factors lead to an over-accumulation of sediment and plant life over the course of time. Eventually, a pond can become overwhelmed and seem to drown in...

When most people consider buying property for a new home, they either think about buying a home to move into or buying clear land on which to build what they want. But, there is a third option that may work out well for you: buying a home to demolish. How can this...

Year-round warm temperatures in Florida make almost any day an ideal time to take a swim in your swimming pool. However, sometimes a pool reaches the end of its usefulness and needs to be demolished. Here's how to tell when a pool demo might be the right answer for...

A multitude of issues can complicate the demolition of buildings in a city. For example, a collapsed septic tank may trigger a chain reaction of confusing problems that require real professional help to manage. Therefore, any individual who wants to demolish a...

Do you want to build a new home or other structure on your property? If so, you or your builder could be in for a surprise when excavation begins. Florida's coastal land is rich in organic matter and soil types that present challenges for a clean, quick excavation....