With the beautiful weather that San Diego is known for, homeowners have the advantage of enjoying their yards for a larger portion of the year than other areas of the country. However, the oftentimes dry climate also comes with challenges that are wise to acknowledge when designing and remodeling your outdoor space. Droughts have led to various levels of voluntary and mandatory water restrictions in San Diego over the years. Respecting San Diego’s natural environment when making decisions for … [Read more...]
San Diego Electrician Gives Botanical Garden Expansion an Extra Spark
The San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) in Encinitas is undergoing an exciting expansion project! They are adding a new facility within the Hamilton Children’s Garden called the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory. While much of the SDBG is home to plants that are native to the San Diego area, the Dickinson Conservatory will feature tropical plants in its magnificent new glass-enclosed space. With more than 8,200 square feet of space, the Dickinson Conservatory will be able to house various … [Read more...]
How to Throw an Amazing Housewarming Party in Your New San Diego Home
Congratulations on purchasing your new home in San Diego! As one of the most popular and progressive cities in the state of California, you’re sure to love your new digs and surroundings. A great way to get familiar with your neighbors and celebrate this amazing milestone is by hosting a housewarming party. There’s a bit of work involved, but it’s well worth it. With these tips listed below, you’re sure to wow your guests easily. Choose a Theme Though you could just throw a general … [Read more...]
Tips for Selling Your Jewelry in San Diego
When it comes to owning jewelry, it’s a common practice to sell pieces you don't want or wear anymore. This is especially true in situations where you’re tight on money and could use cash fast. Unfortunately, when people in the San Diego area choose to sell old watches, wedding rings, or other diamond jewelry, they often rush the process by going to pawn shops and other places where getting top dollar is unlikely. In order to get the best deal and sell jewelry the right way, there are certain … [Read more...]
Pest Control Tips for San Diego Homeowners
Pests in the home can be more than just an annoyance, they can actually be downright dangerous. Not only can they undermine the feeling of comfort and security that should be found within the home, but they can also damage human health and the physical structure of the home. That is why it is important for homeowners to take steps to control and prevent them. For homeowners in Southern California, and particularly in the San Diego area, it can be especially concerning due to high home … [Read more...]
How Your Mom-and-Pop Shop Can Stand Out This Summer
July means that summer is in full swing, and while that translates to school being out, the weather being warm and (mostly) welcoming, and folks going on vacation, it also means that shopping habits change with the season. With Independent Retailer’s Month being in July, this bodes well for small businesses—especially mom-and-pop shop owners. Perhaps the most classic of all small business types, the mom-and-pop shop is typically a family-owned storefront with a modest number of employees. … [Read more...]
Fun Things to Do in San Diego County
There are quite a few passions to pursue in San Diego. There are so many, in fact, that it’s a fantastic place for people to try something different than their usual weekend and vacation activities. If you’re tired of doing the same things over and over, this is the region for you. In fact, you might find out that discovering a new interest can be its own adventure! Carlsbad There are quite a few things to do in Carlsbad. In fact, a case might be made that there’s something for everyone. … [Read more...]
Drought Tolerant Landscaping for San Diego Homes
We’ve had a very wet year, as far as yearly averages are concerned, but if you’ve lived in San Diego for any length of time, you know we will have our seasons of drought. It’s only a matter of time. In areas like San Diego that have more dry years than wet years, it makes sense to install a drought tolerant landscape at your home. It may seem odd to be talking about installing a drought tolerant landscape in your yard when we’ve had so much rain, but think of it as getting ahead of the trend. … [Read more...]
My Quest for the Best Burrito in San Diego
Being just across the border from Mexico, it’s no surprise that San Diego has a ton of Mexican restaurants. I’m guessing you could try a new one every day of the year if you really wanted to. When I go to Mexican restaurants, I’m always partial to burritos. They’re just the perfect compact, all-in-one, handheld meal. I’m always on the hunt for a great burrito, so I decided to try some places I’d never been to before, in hopes of finding my new go-to location for tortilla-encased goodness. … [Read more...]
Redo the Kitchen or Replace Your San Diego Home’s Windows and Doors?
Remodeling Magazine puts out a report every year, specifically for San Diego, that takes a look at some of the most popular home remodeling projects. It looks at the average cost of what those projects go for in San Diego, as well as the amount you can expect to recoup if you then go to sell your home. The numbers for 2019 were recently released and can be found here. The site does require you to give them some personal information to view the full report, but if you don't want to do that, we'll … [Read more...]
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