Bettesworth Construction Team
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garden beds
Using Cardboard Under Mulch: A Smart Way to Build Cleaner Garden Beds
Cardboard can be an effective weed-blocking layer under mulch, especially for lawn-to-garden conversions, but it has to be installed like a real landscape assembly.
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Curb Appeal
Hens and Chicks That Last: A Builder’s Guide to Planting House Leek in Dry Beds, Stonework, Containers, and Roof Details
Hens and chicks are easy plants only when the planting detail is built correctly. Here is how to use Sempervivum in containers, rock gardens, walls, dry borders, and green-roof accents without creating rot, drainage, or permit problems.
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Home Design
9 Round-Leaf Houseplants That Work in Real Homes
Round-leaf houseplants can soften shelves, windowsills, baths, kitchens, and built-ins, but the right choice depends on light, humidity, drainage, pets, and how much maintenance you actually want.
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garden design
The Best Fly-Repelling Plants for a More Comfortable Garden
Fly-repelling plants can make patios, garden paths, and outdoor kitchens more pleasant, but they work best as part of a clean, well-designed outdoor space. Here are nine useful plants, where to place them, what they cost, and when to bring in a pro.
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Air Conditioning
Which Air Conditioner Belongs in Your Home? 8 Cooling Options Compared
A practical contractor’s guide to central AC, mini-splits, window units, portable ACs, through-wall units, PTACs, geothermal systems, and evaporative coolers.
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Curb Appeal
Small Weeping Evergreens That Actually Fit a Residential Yard
Small weeping evergreens can give a yard year-round structure without overwhelming the house, but only if you choose by mature size, training method, drainage, and clearance. Here are eight practical options and how to use them well.
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garage door openers
The Best HomeKit Garage Door Openers for Apple Homes in 2026
A practical contractor’s guide to choosing a HomeKit garage door opener in 2026, including retrofit controllers, myQ alternatives, costs, safety checks, and when to replace the whole opener.
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Construction Planning
44 House Exterior Ideas That Look Better, Last Longer, and Fit Your Home’s Style
A contractor-grade guide to house exterior ideas by style, budget, and complexity, with real costs, maintenance notes, and permit guidance.
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backyard construction
15 Best Plants for Raised Garden Beds, Plus the Bed Specs That Make Them Thrive
The best raised bed plants are the ones that match your bed depth, sunlight, soil volume, and watering setup. Here are 15 reliable choices, plus the construction details homeowners should plan before planting.
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Curb Appeal
Decorative Gourds for Fall Decor: A Builder’s Guide to Better Porches, Tables, and Entries
Decorative gourds can make a fall entry look finished, but the best displays are built like small exterior projects: clear circulation first, protect surfaces, control moisture, and use scale instead of clutter.
