by admin | Dec 3, 2012 | Creavtive Gardening, Drainage, Landscape Design, Screening, Storm Water Management, Structure, Sustainable Practices
When it comes to doing something myself; either for the adventure of it, as means to create a healthier product or just save some money, I’m interested. Sometimes my efforts and time prove to be worth it in the short and long term. Other times, things have not gone as...
by admin | Sep 27, 2012 | Drainage, Storm Water Management, Structure, Waterproofing
So; here I am again at another newly purchased home where the previous homeowner has implemented additions that have compromised the safety and structure of the home and left the new owners with unexpected cost. As the Washington, D.C. population continues to grow,...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Networking, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices, Uncategorized
About 25 years ago I was called to provide pricing for a rather extensive drainage project in Bethesda, Md. The homeowner had consulted with an experienced builder and drainage expert who had provided recommendations for keeping existing underground water (springs)...
by kathleenlitchfield | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices
OK, it’s going to melt….we hope. This is when the saturation starts along the exterior walls of the foundation. If the gutters have pulled away from the house it’s only going to get worse. I don’t know about you, but my mold allergies keep me...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Creavtive Gardening, Drainage, Gardening
It is truly amazing every single year how we continue to pile on the mulch. I’ve tried to analyze the mentality of this manic practice (specific evidently to the Washington area) like I’ve tried to get my mind around why someone would throw a piece of trash out a car...
by kathleenlitchfield | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, EVENTS, Gardening, Landscape Design
Are we ready for spring yet? The good thing about lots of snow and ice is that it does make you appreciate spring even more. I’m planning my garden tours, lectures and articles while sitting by my fire at home. I just received the latest Maryland House and Garden...
