Articles by Terri D'Richards

Fill In a Pool to Eliminate the Expense

A swimming pool can require costly upkeep and repairs every year, take up too much yard space, or pose safety risks you'd rather avoid, especially if...

Repair a Hole in the Wall in the Las Vegas Climate

Any self-respecting do-it-yourselfer has the skills to repair a hole in the wall. The task can be learned fairly quickly and painlessly. In any case,...

Fruit Trees in Nevada: Which Will Thrive?

Fruit trees in Nevada yards provide delicious, edible beauty amidst the stone beds and the drought-tolerant plants and palm, acacia, and mesquite...

Keep Out the Sun for a Cooler Home

Beachgoers today wouldn't dream of hitting the waves without taking along a bottle of sunblock. Since slathering your home in SPF 45 and carting it...

Removing Tile Floor Material: Dos and Don’ts

Whatever ultimate flooring goals you may have for your home, one thing is certain: if you have tile floor material down now, you will find yourself...

Why Californians Buy a Second Home in Las Vegas

Many Californians own second homes in Las Vegas. And why wouldn't they? The drive from Los Angeles to Las Vegas is only four hours. With reasonable...