landscaping Archives - Other CMS https://test25.louieambriz.com/tag/landscaping/ Thu, 29 Dec 2022 23:12:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Mobile Home https://test25.louieambriz.com/new-years-resolutions-for-your-mobile-home/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-years-resolutions-for-your-mobile-home Thu, 29 Dec 2022 23:12:10 +0000 https://harmonycom.com/?p=1123 Does your January wish list include New Year's resolutions for your home? Jump into 2023 not only with self improvement, but home improvement goals as well.

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]]> New Year’s resolutions have gotten a bad rap in recent years, with mental health professionals noting that – whatever the positive, life-enhancing motives behind them – our January wish lists are rarely rooted in reality. The result is that too many people are plunged into depression when they realize they will not achieve a favorite, albeit unachievable, goal. Personal resolutions are a no-win situation.

That said, there is something about having a fresh start each January 1 that feels good and exciting. Perhaps the answer lies in pursuing something smaller and more manageable than pledging to read a book a week or taking up skydiving. Owners of manufactured homes, for instance, can convert their self-improvement impulse into a home-improvement one. Here is a list of realistic resolutions manufactured homeowners might want to consider pursuing in 2023.

Paint Job: Nothing says “nothing’s changed” than seeing the same color on your walls year after year. The start of 2023 provides the perfect moment to significantly upgrade your environment by updating your home’s color scheme. You’ll be surprised how much a fresh coat of vibrant paint makes your home feel newer and look cleaner.

Landscaping: Once the interior of your unit is sparkling and fresh, it’s time to turn your attention to the exterior. Consider adding some bushes or flowers to the front of your home to make it look more appealing and welcoming. You’ll be glad you did come spring and summer.

Neglected Chores: You will find these around every home – important maintenance to-do’s no one has taken the time to do. (And who can blame them?) The new year offers just the incentive you need to get going on that list by repairing that weather stripping, cleaning out your dishwasher or donating those old clothes to a favorite non-profit.

Get Efficient: Make the commitment to make 2023 the year you increase your unit’s energy efficiency. This can be done in ways large (adding mobile home roof insulation) and small (changing your light bulbs to more efficient models). The costs incurred in the process will be more than outweighed by lower utility bills year-round.

Emergency Preparedness Kit: Americans in recent years have seen repeated examples of how climate change is impacting our weather. Massive wildfires, increased tornado activity, deadly hurricanes – climate change is here, it’s real and it poses a particularly acute threat to manufactured housing. The turn of the year provides just the moment you need to assemble an emergency preparedness kit complete with such necessary items as flashlights, batteries, toilet paper and basic first aid. And while you’re at it, create and being practicing a family emergency escape plan.

Join Your Neighborhood Watch: While not a home improvement project, participating in a neighborhood watch can increase the safety of your home and community. It’s also a great way to get to know your neighbors better.

At Harmony Communities, we feel strongly that each resident has a sense of home. That they come home from work and feel pride in their environment and in their place in the greater community. That families are comfortable raising children in our neighborhoods, and that couples and singles know that they belong to something bigger than their four walls. In other words, we seek to create harmony within each community, making our communities not just passable, but peaceful, safe, functional, and beautiful.

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]]> Maximizing a Smaller Yard to Reap Maximum Enjoyment https://test25.louieambriz.com/maximizing-a-smaller-yard-to-reap-maximum-enjoyment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=maximizing-a-smaller-yard-to-reap-maximum-enjoyment Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:17:04 +0000 https://harmonycom.com/?p=1018 Explore various options to help make the most of a small yard and make it a cozy, welcoming space to relax.

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]]> No homeowner responsible for maintaining a standard-sized (or larger) suburban lot hasn’t at least once dreamed of tending something smaller, a feeling that comes over them most likely while mowing the lawn on a blazing hot summer afternoon or crunching the numbers to make sure they can cover the month’s landscaping bill.

Mobile home owners face a challenge all their own — how to maximize their smaller yards to reap maximum enjoyment from that limited swath of the great outdoors. It’s real conundrum, one that leaves, if you will, little room for error. Fortunately, there are plenty of options to help you make the most of a small yard and make it a welcoming space for dining, entertaining or just hanging out with a good book.

Add a water feature: While most readily associated with splashing fountains in larger settings, water features come in all sizes and design, including wall fountains, waterfalls and even small ponds. The characteristic they share is the calming burble of moving water, a sound that resonates deep within the human soul. Maybe you don’t live on an ocean, river or lake, but you can still experience some of the soothing they provide.

Take plants vertical: Small yards are susceptible to appearing cluttered; one too many potted plants, flags or chairs in a contained space can effectively rob it of its attractiveness. One answer is to utilize vertical space by building a plant wall, which not only gets greenery out from under foot but also creates a pleasant visual for you and visitors alike.

Create a path: Adding a stone path to your yard does more than just make it easier to get around. It also serves as an accent piece that draws attention to the space’s more dominant features. Many manufacturers utilize slip-free materials in their pavers, increasing homeowner safety as they navigate their yards.

Opt for light-colored furniture: What holds for indoors holds for outdoors too — dark furniture more readily absorbs light and can make spaces look and feel smaller. Homeowners particularly want to avoid that in a small yard and so opting for light — or better yet, all-white furniture — is the way to go. That furniture also provides an attractive contrast to the greenery around it.

The Right Lights: Stringing lights isn’t just for the holidays anymore, particularly if you’re looking to maximize a small space. Stringing lights overhead not only helps yards feel cozier but also increases your ability to enjoy the outdoors on pleasant evenings.

Buy a Round (Table): Not only do circular tables give off a modern look, but they’re also easier to maneuver around than their traditional rectangle counterparts. Try to mix and match the textures by pairing a concrete or stone table with wooden patio furniture.

At Harmony Communities, we feel strongly that each resident has a sense of home. That they come home from work and feel pride in their environment and in their place in the greater community. That families are comfortable raising children in our neighborhoods, and that couples and singles know that they belong to something bigger than their four walls. In other words, we seek to create harmony within each community, making our communities not just passable, but peaceful, safe, functional, and beautiful.

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