Houston Bucket List, Summer Edition

April 7, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Community • Houston

Temperatures are on the rise in Houston and so is the humidity. That means it’s time to start planning your Houston Summer Bucket List! Looking for a handy list of the top things to do this summer in Houston, Texas? If so, read on for all sorts of summer fun activities, tips and ideas.

Top Things To Do This Summer In Houston

Whether you’re an indoor or outdoor person, new to Houston or a longtime resident, on a budget or feeling flush, single, partnered or parenting…there’s something for everyone!

Museums and Galleries Galore

Houston is home to a thriving art gallery and museum scene, including Moody Gallery and Anya Tish Gallery, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Natural Science, and many more. The Museum District alone boasts 19 museums and many of them are free to enter. Enjoy the air conditioning and the educational exhibits and marvel at the beautiful winged … Read Full Post »

Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 22, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Plumbing • Corpus Christi

Although Corpus is a great place to live year-round, springtime is an especially nice time of year. Flowers are blooming, the beaches are quiet, before peak tourist season hits and the weather is temperate. Spring is a perfect time to take a closer look at your biggest investment—your home—to make sure you are taking the right steps to maintain your property and make any improvements that will allow you to better enjoy it.

Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services is a family-run company which prides itself on making homeowners’ lives easier with reliable, high-quality services. As a trusted resource in the community, ABC employees go above and beyond to treat your home as we would our own. As a part of this commitment to superior home services, we created a Corpus Christi Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

This 9-page Guide includes:

Eight things to do in Corpus this … Read Full Post »

Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 21, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Community, Flea & Tick Control, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Mosquito Control, Termite Control • Orlando

People worldwide flock to Orlando for many reasons, one being the year-round sunny weather. Here in Orlando, homeowners know that it’s the most excellent time of year to enjoy our yards, parks, and outdoor spaces. That’s one reason spring is a perfect excuse to take a closer look at your most significant investment—your home—to ensure you do what you can to take advantage of your most important investment.

Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

Orlando homeowners have grown to depend on ABC Home & Commercial Services to keep their property free of pests. Our skilled and knowledgeable technicians treat your home as they would their own and do anything they can to be helpful. As an extension of this philosophy, ABC has created an Orlando Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 to provide valuable resources for indoor and outdoor spaces.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Orlando this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring … Read Full Post »

Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 20, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Swimming Pool Service & Repair • Houston

Houston is a great place to be during the spring months. Everything is green, the weather is pleasant, and there are many excuses to get out and enjoy local festivals, art exhibits, and other happenings. Spring is already associated with renewal, making it the perfect reason to take a hard look at your home to ensure you do all you can to maintain and improve upon your most significant investment.

Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services has made life easier for Texas homeowners for over 60 years. Our background-checked employees provide reliable, top-notch home services and treat your home as we would our own. As an extension of this philosophy, we created a Houston Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Houston this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How … Read Full Post »

San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 17, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Tree Care & Trimming • San Antonio

Spring is a great time of year to turn your focus as a homeowner to how to improve your living and outdoor spaces. The return of nicer weather is also a great excuse to get out, enjoying all San Antonio has to offer.

San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

ABC Home & Commercial Services has been making life easier for homeowners for over 60 years. Our San Antonio Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 is full of resources and helpful information to continue on that tradition.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten Things to Do in San Antonio This Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How to Mosquito-Proof Your Yard
Spring Gardening Tips
6 Signs You May Need to Repair Your AC
What You Need to Know About Oak Wilt
Easy Home Improvement Projects

Download the guide here. Read on for a taste of the information you’ll find … Read Full Post »

Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 16, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Air Conditioning & Heating, Community, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Swimming Pool Service & Repair • Austin

Austin is the place to be during the spring months. Flowers are blooming, the sun is out and temperatures are still usually mild. Take advantage of this time of year to make some subtle improvements and to conduct home maintenance so that you can enjoy your home for the rest of the year.

Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

For over 60 years, ABC Home & Commercial Services has been making life easier on Texans. Our Austin Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017 provides you with tips and other information to help you take care of your biggest investment.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Austin this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate or Dispose of Common Household Items Locally
Advice on How to Mosquito-Proof Your Yard
Spring Gardening Tips
6 Signs You May Need to Repair Your AC
Pool Opening Checklist
Easy Home Improvement Projects

Download the guide here. Get a preview of … Read Full Post »

Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

March 15, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Community, Flea & Tick Control, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Lawn Care, Mosquito Control, Tree Care & Trimming • Bryan-College Station

Spring is a wonderful time of year in the Bryan-College Station area. Wildflowers are blooming, you can often catch a pleasant breeze and of course, temperatures are usually not as hot as during the summer months. The early part of the year also provides you with an opportunity to put your attention on your biggest investment: your home.

Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017

In addition to being the largest independently-owned and operated pest control company in the state of Texas, ABC Home & Commercial provides lawn maintenance, fertilization, tree care and trimming, landscaping, sprinkler repairs and holiday lighting. For over 60 years, ABC has been making life easier on home and business owners. As an extension of this philosophy, we have created a Bryan-College Station Homeowners Guide for Spring 2017.

The 9-page Guide includes:

Ten things to do in Bryan-College Station this Spring
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring Cleaning List of Where to Donate … Read Full Post »

2017 Zilker Park Events

March 9, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Community • Austin

Just as Austin is deep in the heart of Texas, Zilker Park is right in the center of the city’s vibrant and growing downtown area. Overlooking the skyline, Zilker is our own Central Park, with a lush carpet of grass that provides a fun weekend or weekday escape for both two and four-legged Austinites. With Barton Springs, the Austin Nature & Science Center, the Zilker Botanical Garden and the Butler Hike and Bike Trail just a stone’s throw away, Zilker Park offers something to please just about anyone.

2017 Zilker Park Events

The centerpiece of Zilker is the Great Lawn, which also doubles as a venue for some of Austin’s most popular annual events. Here’s what’s in store at our city’s most popular park during 2017.

Fly a Kite at the ABC Kite Festival

March 12, 2017

**The 2017 ABC Kite Fest has been canceled due to inclement weather.**

Can you imagine a better kick-off to … Read Full Post »

How To Dispose of Household Items in Houston

February 24, 2017. Posted by Vanessa Jenkins Green in Community • Houston

We seem to constantly bring things into our homes—especially those everyday items we know we will eventually need. But before we know it, our homes are filled with countless empty bottles of cleaning supplies, old batteries, and electronics we don’t use. Adding more items to our house isn’t the issue, though; it’s how to dispose of those items once we’ve used them and ensure you are disposing of them correctly. If you look into how to dispose of trash, Houston is serious about giving residents options outside of adding items to area landfills.

How To Dispose of Household Items in Houston

Some things might be easy to dispose of, like recycling plastic containers. But others, like a washing machine, are sometimes harder to remove. For lightly used items, consider donating household items, like large electronics, to Houston residents that might need them.

Read our list below to learn how to dispose of other … Read Full Post »

How To Dispose Of Household Items In Austin

February 22, 2017. Posted by Les Stobart in Community • Austin

Austin has been recognized as one of the greenest cities in the United States. According to Travis County, Austin residents recycled almost 900 car batteries and 300 gallons of antifreeze in 2012. Single stream recycling increased by 10% from 2013 to 2014. The city even offers a composting rebate program.

How To Dispose of Household Items in Austin

Though many Austinites are taking advantage of some of the better-known programs and incentives to dispose of waste properly, there are still a few household items that can pose a challenge to even the most informed citizen. If you are wondering about how to dispose of trash, Austin has plenty of options to get rid of common items in an environmentally responsible way. Read our list below to learn more.

What’s considered toxic or hazardous waste?

Before you begin sorting which items to recycle and deciding where to take them, it’s important to know what … Read Full Post »