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...]
How to Find the Right San Diego Lawyer
At one time or another, almost everyone needs to employ the services of an attorney. This may be for something like setting up a will or a trust, or helping you review a contract before you sign it, or it may be for a matter that’s more serious, like needing someone to defend you in a criminal case or in divorce proceedings. Choosing the right San Diego lawyer is no small task—it’s also a very important one. Don’t just choose any San Diego attorney. Do your homework. Here are five things to … [Read more...]
What to Look for in a San Diego Realtor
In areas where property values are high, such as in San Diego, there is always an over-abundance of realtors. The barrier to entry is rather low, compared to other professional careers, and successful realtors can stand to make a ton of money in a good market. Since there are so many realtors in San Diego—it can sometimes feel like there’s a real estate office on every corner—it can be difficult to know which one to choose. Here are 4 tips for finding the best realtor to help you buy or sell … [Read more...]
Fallbrook Vineyard Grows Artisan Grapes, Farmed with Love and Hands-On Care
Bob Dykhouse will tell you he has “dirt in his veins,” having grown up on a small farm, but when he purchased his De Luz property, he had no intention of starting a vineyard—let alone one that would provide grapes to some of the most discerning winemakers in San Diego. He bought Peaceful Oaks Ranch in 2003 after a seven-year search for the perfect property. The 350-acre ranch previously known as “The Old Bleaker Place” had been neglected for many years and nature had taken its toll, but … [Read more...]
Replacing the Fluorescent Lighting in Your Kitchen: Advice for San Diego Homeowners
If you live in a San Diego home that was built in the mid to late last century, you probably have a kitchen with fluorescent lighting. It was the trend back in the day, but now can make a house look dated—not to mention it isn’t the most energy-efficient type of lighting out there. In addition, fluorescent light tubes must be discarded at special hazardous waste collection centers, as they are considered household hazardous waste (HHW). Many San Diego homeowners are looking to replace the … [Read more...]
San Diego Vegan Restaurant Round-Up
Eating out as a Vegan can be challenging, since very few restaurants have good vegan options on the menu. Fortunately, here in San Diego there are many great restaurant options that offer an entirely vegan menu for plant-based eaters in San Diego to enjoy. Here is a list of a few of our favorites. One of the newer restaurants in the growing vegan space is Anthem Vegan in North Park and Chula Vista. You can also find them at various farmers markets around San Diego, including the Ocean Beach … [Read more...]
Why Your San Diego Office Needs a Huddle Room
Do you own or manage a business in San Diego that has multiple employees working in an office setting? If so, does your office have a huddle room yet? You may have never heard the term “huddle room,” but perhaps you’ve seen or even been in one without knowing it. Huddle rooms are basically small meeting rooms where employees can gather for collaborative work. They typically have comfortable furniture, lots of places to plug in laptops and smartphones, a video conference call system of some … [Read more...]
What Are Crane Flies (Mosquito Hawks), and Why Are They Everywhere in San Diego County This Year?
If you’ve noticed an abundance of flying, long-legged, mosquito-like insects in and around your San Diego home recently, you’re not alone. Crane flies (sometimes called mosquito hawks and skeeter eaters) are seemingly everywhere you turn. But what are they, and why are there so many this year? Crane flies are related to the common mosquito, however, unlike mosquitos, they neither bite nor spread diseases. They are in abundance this year due to the unusually wet winter we had, which created … [Read more...]
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