Bettesworth Construction Team
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bearded iris
Bearded Iris Done Right: Planting Depth, Drainage, Timing, and Real 2026 Costs
Bearded iris are tough, beautiful perennials, but they are not bulbs and should not be planted like bulbs. This guide explains the correct shallow planting method, site prep, spacing, drainage, costs, maintenance, and when hiring a pro makes sense.
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Building Envelope
A Builder’s Guide to Keeping Boxelder Bugs Outside
Boxelder bug control is mostly an exterior sealing and timing job. Here is how to inspect your home, close the right gaps, avoid common mistakes, and know when a pest pro or contractor is worth hiring.
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cooling
Best Evaporative Coolers for Summer: 6 Smart Picks for Dry-Climate Homes
Evaporative coolers can be excellent in dry parts of the U.S., but only when the climate, airflow, water supply, and unit size are right. Here are six practical cooler types worth considering, plus the contractor details most buyers miss.
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Building Envelope
11 House Spiders Homeowners Actually See and How to Keep Them Out
A practical homeowner guide to identifying common U.S. house spiders, understanding why they show up, and preventing repeat problems with construction-grade exclusion and smart pest control.
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garden maintenance
Spotted Lanternflies in the Garden: What Works, What Wastes Money, and When to Call a Pro
Spotted lanternfly control works best as a seasonal plan: scrape eggs, trap nymphs, protect vulnerable plants, manage tree-of-heaven, and avoid unnecessary spraying.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Sewer Gas Smell in the House: How to Find the Source and Fix It Safely
A sewer gas smell usually means there is an open path between the drain system and the living space. Here is how to trace it, fix common causes, and know when to call a plumber.
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Curb Appeal
22 Garden Edging Ideas That Look Sharp and Work Hard
Garden edging should do more than look good. This guide compares 22 practical edging ideas by cost, durability, mowing, drainage, and maintenance so you can choose the right border for your yard.
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drip irrigation
Pumpkin Growth Stages: A Practical Homeowner Guide From Soil Prep to Harvest
Pumpkins move from warm-soil germination to harvest in about 90 to 120 days for most varieties. The best results come from matching each stage to the right job: site prep, thinning, vine training, pollination, watering, pest scouting, curing, and cleanup.
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flower beds
The Best Mulch for Weed Control: What Actually Works in Landscape Beds
The best weed-preventing mulch for most residential landscape beds is coarse organic wood mulch, installed 3 to 4 inches deep after existing weeds are removed. The mulch type matters, but depth, prep, and maintenance matter more.
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archival storage
The Practical Homeowner’s Guide to Decluttering Family Photos Without Losing the Story
Family photos should be treated like a preservation project, not just another decluttering chore. Here is how to reduce the pile, keep the story, scan wisely, store originals safely, and know when a storage upgrade becomes construction work.
