There are many hidden costs that homeowners tend to overlook when thinking about a move. The new home purchase can be motivated by a desire for additional living space so the bigger price tag of a larger home is expected. But fees such as movers, cleaning services, decorators and new
The 4th is just around the corner and many people are planning to spend the holiday enjoying their UNIQUE backyard with family and friends. The weather will be very warm and the sun will be intense so splashing in the pool will be the perfect activity for the kids while
Outdoor living is a one of the biggest attractions to the Phoenix area. Homeowners who are new to the valley quickly learn that outdoor living areas provide useful living space that functions like bonus rooms in your home. This added square footage can be used for dining, entertaining or simply
Lazy Rivers are a feature that has been very popular at resorts and theme parks for many years. But until recently, a trip to those crowded public venues was the only way to relax on a raft or hang in an inner tube as the gently rolling water pushed you
Even though Phoenix is touted as a “dry heat”, there are many months when it is really not comfortable to sit outside and enjoy your outdoor living space. And this might seem odd at first when you consider that we only have a few month of temperatures in excess of
There are always new trends being touted for the coming season and many of this year’s focus on investing in experiences instead of objects. Happiness, satisfaction and elimination of buyer’s remorse are all hot topics when it comes to spending your hard earned money. Discovering how to make more meaningful
One of the benefits of living in Phoenix is the rather mild winters we enjoy and only on a very rare occasion is there a hard freeze. With that in mind, an outdoor shower could become a very functional addition to your landscape. In most cases, the space required for
With Memorial Day just around the corner, the official beginning of summer and pool season has arrived. And with that comes the responsibility of all pool owners to make sure that their pool and yard is a safe environment for children. Even if all of your children are able to
The term “spa” is derived from the town of Spa, Belgium where a curative natural spring was discovered in the 14th century. The word literally means a fountain. In current times though, the term spa is used to describe many types of vessels with warm water used for the purpose