Chicken coops come in all shapes and sizes. The idea is to provide secure shelter for the chickens so that they can be warm and comfortable, delivering the largest bounty of eggs that they possibly can. An improper structure simply means an improper environment for the chickens to fulfill their purpose. But there is some …

Mulch can make for a great addition to a lawn or garden, particularly those with less-than-stellar conditions for optimal growth. Best of all, mulch is cheaply and readily available for purchase at most local garden centers and hardware stores. What happens when you’ve covered your entire space with mulch and still have some left over? …

Ever feel like your backyard turns into a mini river after it rains thanks to runoff from your neighbor? Well, you’re not alone in this splashy situation. Stopping water runoff from your neighbor’s yard can be a challenge, but not an impossible task. In this guide, I’ve compiled a list of clever tips and tricks …

Adding smoke to foods can introduce a new level of flavor into the mix. When we think of smoking, we tend to think about meats. But did you know that you can smoke cheeses as well and change the way that you view this tasty dairy treat? Smoking different cheeses can make for a fun …

Though most armadillos live in either Central or South America, there is one species that is most commonly seen in the United States. The nine-banded armadillo is the type we are most familiar with in the United States, living primarily in the southern United States. This makes sense given that armadillos typically live in warm …

Having a hot tub can make for an excellent escape after a tough day. Soaking in the water has many health benefits and that’s not even including the sheer satisfaction involved in having a warm soak whenever you feel like it. You may have noticed your hot tub foaming up from time to time. For …

This Smoked Beef Chuck Roast on the Big Green Egg or Kamado Joe is also known as the poor man’s brisket. With brisket prices through the roof, this smoked chuck roast is an awesome alternative at a fraction of the cost of an actual brisket. How to Setup the Big Green Egg for Smoked Beef …

There are a variety of critters that can offer their own unique brand of havoc to a yard. Each of them can be both cute and destructive in their own right, facilitating the need for homeowners to do something to get rid of them. One such critter is a possum. Possums have some cute traits, …

You might think that geckos are pretty cute and they probably seem relatively harmless. They generally aren’t a problem at all and you shouldn’t feel concerned if you see geckos near your property. However, it’s going to be a bit of a problem if geckos start to enter your air conditioner. It isn’t unusual at …

No one wants to feel like their home is infested with bugs and it can be so annoying to have to deal with ants. Ants are one of the most common types of pests that people have to deal with each day. Depending on where your property is located, you might wind up having to …