Fairfax County Ponders Upon The State And Future Of The County’s Dog Parks

Pet owners in Fairfax County has now the opportunity to participate in a study conducted about the state and future of the county’s dog parks. The county has 11 municipal dog parks. The park's authority is doing an in-depth study of these facilities to assess current needs, future priorities and to explore rules and etiquette, as well as sponsorship and volunteer opportunities. Continue reading

8 Ways to Make Your Backyard a Summer Paradise

Summer is the season to be outdoors. It’s the perfect time for backyard barbecues, neighborhood socials, and late-night evenings on the patio. You don’t need to travel to a luxurious and exotic location to enjoy spending time outdoors. Make your own backyard in Fairfax County a summer paradise with these eight simple suggestions.
  1. Inspect and Update Wooden Decks
  2. Purchase Patio Furniture and Essentials
  3. Add Colorful Cushions and Pillows
  4. Get a Rug for the Patio
  5. Install Outdoor Lighting
  6. Make the Backyard Private
  7. Update Your Landscaping
  8. Secure Outdoor Belongings
Summer is a wonderful time to relax and enjoy being outdoors. Update your own backyard and you’ll have access to a private paradise any time you want.

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Secrets of Sustainable Staging

With more home buyers interested in eco-friendly features, property stagers are placing more emphasis on the overall performance of green dwellings. To give their listings a competitive edge, they can perform an energy audit and indicate the changes and upgrades made as a result to boost energy efficiency. They also should provide a checklist detailing the benefits of the home's green features, ensure cleaning products in cabinets are eco-friendly and food in pantries is organic, and include an aesthetically pleasing recycling center that goes beyond the traditional blue bins. Additionally, chemical odors should be eliminated from the home, living plants should be added a to help enhance indoor air quality, sustainable upgrades should be encouraged, and eco-friendly landscaping like vegetable gardens and native grasses should be chosen over lawns that require a lot of maintenance. Source: RISMedia (06/16/10)