Not so long ago, landscape lighting was a rather unsophisticated affair. More often than not, the goal was simply to banish the darkness by lighting up a home’s landscape. Not a lot of consideration was given to the finer aesthetics… Read More
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TLC News: Giving Back to the Community
I just wanted to take a moment to share with you a little news about a very special day. The day was last Monday, July 20. I spent that day – along with 24 TLC, Inc. crew members – participating… Read More
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A Great Landscape Lighting Design is All About Balance
A common misconception about landscape lighting installation is that it just simply involves scattering a few outdoor lights, willy-nilly, to light up a home’s exterior. But in fact, designing a landscape lighting layout is far more complicated than that –… Read More
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Right NOW is the Best Time for Installing Lawn Sprinkler Systems
Have you been thinking about finally taking the plunge and having a lawn sprinkler system installed? It’s certainly worth thinking about. After all, an automated lawn sprinkler system offers many benefits: Water Conservation: Managed properly, a lawn sprinkler system will… Read More
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Have You Considered Adding Blueberries To Your Landscape?
Blueberries are great in pancakes, muffins and pies. But did you know that they also go great in landscapes? If you have the right kind of soil – or if you’re willing to amend your soil properly – blueberries can… Read More
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3 Simple Tips for Top Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting offers value to homeowners in several ways: enhanced home value, greater safety and security, and aesthetic beauty. But not all landscape lighting designs are created equal. Some offer more of these key values than others. Getting the most… Read More
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Are You Neglecting Your Landscape’s Water Needs During Winter?
Wintertime; it’s a time of rest and slumber for most landscape plants. But even though your trees may be bare and your grass may be brown, they still need water. Even through the most ferocious, bitter-cold winters, plants need water…. Read More
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Does Your Home’s Exterior Offer a Warm Invitation for Holiday Visitors?
Has the following scenario happened to you at some point in your life? You’re invited to a friend’s home for a nighttime get-together. You appreciate the friendly invitation, and look forward to the evening. But it doesn’t get off to… Read More
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Four Steps for Preparing Your Garage for Winter
When winter approaches, homeowners commonly take steps to mitigate or prevent winter damage. Homes receive a lot of attention, as do landscapes and lawns. But garages are often left out in the cold. That’s a mistake, because cold weather has… Read More
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4 Common Mistakes Made with Landscape Lighting Systems
Installing an outdoor landscape lighting system offers tremendous value to homeowners. That’s because a landscape lighting system can substantially increase both the value and salability of a home. An outdoor lighting system also adds intangible value by enhancing a family’s… Read More