Types of Poison Ivy and How to Identify Them

March 24, 2017. Posted by J Zambo in Lawn Care • San Antonio

Grilling with friends, swinging in a hammock or lying on a blanket, gazing up into the trees: leisure time spent outdoors is what homeowners look forward to after a long day at work or during the weekends. But enjoying your outdoor living space—or just getting outside to do some yard work—can be a dicey prospect if you have pockets of poison ivy hiding on your property. This invasive plant produces a volatile oil (called urushiol oil) that can cause real injury to humans in the form of an itchy, blistering rash that develops after skin-to-plant contact.

Types of Poison Ivy and How to Identify Them

To avoid the unpleasant experience of dealing with the rash associated with contact with this plant, you’ll want to know how to identify poison ivy, including learning about the different types of poison ivy. If you know what to look out for, you can avoid this plant … Read Full Post »

How to Get Rid of Birds in the Attic

March 23, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Pest Control • Bryan-College Station

One of the pleasant sounds you can experience in nature is the chirping of birds. When these calls become too close for comfort, however, you may start to suspect something else is going on: you might have birds living in your attic.

How To Get Rid Of Birds In The Attic

Read on to learn how and why birds seek refuge in our homes, what signs we should look for that they are inside and how can you move them back to their proper habitat.

How do birds enter my home?

While it might seem odd to find a bird in your attic, it’s not uncommon, especially during the spring, as birds are migrating back from the south. During this time of year, our feathered friends are looking for a new place to call home and often attics, garages and chimneys offer the shelter and protection the birds are looking for.

Although these … Read Full Post »

Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 22, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Plumbing • Corpus Christi

Although Corpus is a great place to live year-round, springtime is an especially nice time of year. Flowers are blooming, the beaches are quiet, before peak tourist season hits and the weather is temperate. Spring is a perfect time to take a closer look at your biggest investment—your home—to make sure you are taking the right steps to maintain your property and make any improvements that will allow you to better enjoy it.

Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services is a family-run company which prides itself on making homeowners’ lives easier with reliable, high-quality services. As a trusted resource in the community, ABC employees go above and beyond to treat your home as we would our own. As a part of this commitment to superior home services, we created a Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

This 9-page Guide includes:

Eight things to do in Corpus this … Read Full Post »

Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 21, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Community, Flea & Tick Control, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Mosquito Control, Termite Control • Orlando

People worldwide flock to Orlando for many reasons, one being the year-round sunny weather. Here in Orlando, homeowners know that it’s the most excellent time of year to enjoy our yards, parks, and outdoor spaces. That’s one reason spring is a perfect excuse to take a closer look at your most significant investment—your home—to ensure you do what you can to take advantage of your most important investment.

Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

Orlando homeowners have grown to depend on ABC Home & Commercial Services to keep their property free of pests. Our skilled and knowledgeable technicians treat your home as they would their own and do anything they can to be helpful. As an extension of this philosophy, ABC has created an Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 to provide valuable resources for indoor and outdoor spaces.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Orlando this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring … Read Full Post »

Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 20, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Swimming Pool Service & Repair • Houston

Houston is a great place to be during the spring months. Everything is green, the weather is pleasant, and there are many excuses to get out and enjoy local festivals, art exhibits, and other happenings. Spring is already associated with renewal, making it the perfect reason to take a hard look at your home to ensure you do all you can to maintain and improve upon your most significant investment.

Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services has made life easier for Texas homeowners for over 60 years. Our background-checked employees provide reliable, top-notch home services and treat your home as we would our own. As an extension of this philosophy, we created a Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Houston this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How … Read Full Post »

San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 17, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Tree Care & Trimming • San Antonio

Spring is a great time of year to turn your focus as a homeowner to how to improve your living and outdoor spaces. The return of nicer weather is also a great excuse to get out, enjoying all San Antonio has to offer.

San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services has been making life easier for homeowners for over 60 years. Our San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 is full of resources and helpful information to continue on that tradition.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten Things to Do in San Antonio This Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How to Mosquito-Proof Your Yard
Spring Gardening Tips
6 Signs You May Need to Repair Your AC
What You Need to Know About Oak Wilt
Easy Home Improvement Projects

Download the guide here. Read on for a taste of the information you’ll find … Read Full Post »

Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 16, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Swimming Pool Service & Repair • Austin

Austin is the place to be during the spring months. Flowers are blooming, the sun is out and temperatures are still usually mild. Take advantage of this time of year to make some subtle improvements and to conduct home maintenance so that you can enjoy your home for the rest of the year.

Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

For over 60 years, ABC Home & Commercial Services has been making life easier on Texans. Our Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 provides you with tips and other information to help you take care of your biggest investment.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Austin this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How to Mosquito-Proof Your Yard
Spring Gardening Tips
6 Signs You May Need to Repair Your AC
Pool Opening Checklist
Easy Home Improvement Projects

Download the guide here. Get a preview of … Read Full Post »

Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 15, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Community, Flea & Tick Control, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Tree Care & Trimming • Bryan-College Station

Spring is a wonderful time of year in the Bryan-College Station area. Wildflowers are blooming, you can often catch a pleasant breeze and of course, temperatures are usually not as hot as during the summer months. The early part of the year also provides you with an opportunity to put your attention on your biggest investment: your home.

Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

In addition to being the largest independently-owned and operated pest control company in the state of Texas, ABC Home & Commercial provides lawn maintenance, fertilization, tree care and trimming, landscaping, sprinkler repairs and holiday lighting. For over 60 years, ABC has been making life easier on home and business owners. As an extension of this philosophy, we have created a Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Bryan-College Station this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate … Read Full Post »

Pool Remodeling Tips To Make The Most Of Your Investment

March 14, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Swimming Pool Service & Repair • Houston

Spending an afternoon relaxing by the pool, catching up on your favorite book, is a dream for many homeowners. The reality, however, is that maintaining a pool can be a lot of work. Then, there are the repairs to consider. Many homeowners also get to a point where they realize that it may be time for a pool remodel.

Pool Remodeling Tips

There are many reasons to remodel your pool. While some homeowners consider new features to make their pool more enjoyable for their family, others choose to make upgrades to improve a home’s resale value. Whatever the motivation, let’s dive in (pun intended) to the topic with some reasons why you might consider remodeling your pool and simple updates you can do to make the most of your investment.

Five Reasons to Remodel Your Pool

Sooner or later, every pool needs a renovation of one type or another. Here are some signs … Read Full Post »

How To Get Rid Of Weeds Without Killing Grass

March 13, 2017. Posted by J Zambo in Lawn Care • Austin

how to get rid of weeds in lawn without chemicals

It’s exciting when plants you have nurtured begin to grow in your yard. Green, lush grass. Colorful flower beds. A thriving vegetable garden. UUnfortunately, when it comes to caring for our lawns, there’s always one thing you can count on: you’re going to have to deal with lawn weeds. One topic that’s always in season is how to kill weeds, not grass – and how to do it naturally.

If you make a lawn weed control plan in advance and attack the problem early in the season, you can make less work for yourself over time. Below, our experts identify some common weeds in the south and what you can do to get rid of them naturally without killing grass or plants.

Common Lawn Weeds

Many weeds in our lawns and gardens spread through airborne seeds or runners and can be difficult to fully eradicate. Here’s what to watch out for when planning … Read Full Post »