It may seem that plowing, blowing, and removing snow are one and the same, but the three options for clearing snow are very different, and each has varying pros and cons. Depending on lot size, if it is residential or commercial, and the structure of the lot will help...
A landscaping challenge that many homeowners face is drainage. For homeowners and cottage owners in the Muskokas, this is especially important considering that 1,600 of Canada’s lakes are at home within their borders. Many yards have insufficient drainage...
Septic tank areas are not normally the best places to consider growing a zen garden. They hold household wastewater from toilets, showers, kitchen sinks and laundry. In many rural areas, septic systems have a more benevolent role. They double up as wastewater...
Gravel driveways are becoming a familiar look in many rural areas and residential neighborhoods. Gravel is an affordable, easy-to-maintain, and easy-to-design option for homeowners. Regular maintenance and repair of a gravel driveway can maximize your return on...
Storm damage can be financially and emotionally draining. In just one day, a storm can destroy years of hard work on your home. Uprooted trees can fall through the roof. Shattered window panes need replacement. Flood waters need to be cleaned out and your home needs...
The path from your cottage down to the lake is usually a treacherous one. While you may be able to traverse the winding incline at this point in your life, that does not mean that will always be the case, or that everyone who comes to visit you will be able to scale....
Starting seeds indoors can be a challenge for many people. There are other people who find starting easy, but have a hard time keeping the seedlings alive until they can be planted outside. Fortunately, there are a number of tips that you can use to start and nurture...
Serving Parry Sound and the Georgian Bay area, Schlager Inc. can make your waterfront retreat more enjoyable and valuable with the installation of a steel dock. The dock — a mainstay of nearly every waterfront property. It brings summer visions of lapping waves,...
