November 2007 Newsletter for ABC

Prepping your lawns before the holidays
Now that the fall season is upon us and you've done all the damage control you can from summer's unfriendly effects, what can you do for your lawn now that will keep it healthy and beautiful? Lawn maintenance is key for the month of November, the focus should be on sprucing up your lawn and doing any necessary leaf cleanup from October's leaf shedding.

Need Help With Your Holiday Lighting and Decor?
We all know how quickly the fall passes into the holiday season, so now is the time to think about minimizing holiday hassles. The key to stress-free holidays is being prepared so that you and your family don't have to rush at the last minute (we'll leave that to shopping for holiday gifts!) to get your home set up in the holiday spirit.

Rodent and animal control for your home
We all like to satisfy our winter needs for a warm, safe place with plenty of food in the pantry. But so do rodents and other animals. When these pests intrude on our property, it becomes a situation much like kicking out the unwelcome kid next door who is constantly coming over and staying past dinner, and insists on using everything in your house for his own purposes. There are several types of animals to watch out for as it gets colder: rats, mice, raccoons, and opossums.

Get your home insulated...the GREEN way! Save money AND conserve energy with cellulose insulation
Insulation saves money, increases home comfort, and protects the environment by reducing energy use. Unless your home was constructed with special attention to energy efficiency, adding insulation will probably reduce your utility bills. The amount of energy you conserve will depend on several factors: local climate; the size, shape, and construction of your house; the living habits of your family; the type and efficiency of the heating and cooling systems; and the fuel you use. Energy conserved is money saved, and the annual savings increase when utility rates go up. Insulation upgrades add to the value of your home.

Bring the party outside this holiday season!
Perhaps your idea of winter in Texas doesn't revolve around fireplaces or more traditional winter activity, or maybe you're just looking for something more relaxed this holiday season. Being a homeowner has its perks because you can choose how you want to spend your time by renovating or adding to your home to let you and your family enjoy that flexibility. If your idea of relaxing means being outdoors despite the cold, there are definitely ways to accommodate your needs and build on to your home.

Enhance the nighttime curb appeal of your home – and add a measure of safety and security – with low-voltage landscape lighting.
Let ABC work with you to develop a lighting plan based on your specific interests and the uniqueness of your property. ABC will then install a combination of landscape and security lighting that will not only provide a major deterrent to crime, but enhance curb appeal and the value of your home. ABC also offers home automation options that can enhance the functionality of your lighting plan.