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Outdoor Living

 

Outdoor Living Basics

Today, many individuals are taking their home decor and living spaces outside. Outdoor living can consist of designing and creating unique outdoor spaces through construction or landscaping projects - from staining decks to building a koi pond with a cascading waterfall we've got you covered. Homeowners are building outdoor kitchens and fireplaces for entertaining purposes, while others are installing unique lighting concepts to reveal the beauty of their yardwork at night. Whichever project you decide to tackle, Angie's List is here to help you figure out the best way to begin transforming your outdoor living space. 

Stain wood fence (Photo by Zbynek Pospisil / iStock via Getty Images)
WoodFence
Rejuvenate your yard and save cash by restoring your old wood fence
This home at 1000 E. 48th St. in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood has a troubled past and has sat for sale for several months.  (Photo by Steven Jack)
Real Estate Agents
Whether it's a death by natural causes or something more sinister, home buyers may be surprised by what real estate agents don't have to tell you under Illinois law.
Whether you're making minor repairs or starting a major remodeling project, the work begins with pulling the right permits. (Photo by Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Daniel G.)
RemodelFenceBasementAlarms and Home Security Systems
Before you start a renovation project, ask yourself, "Do I need a permit for this?" In Chicago, the answer is probably yes.
coyote
Animal Removal and Wildlife ControlFenceWildlife
Coyotes, wolves and other predatory wild animals can be a deadly problem for pets that consider your backyard their play space. Learn how to keep them safe.
Pretty wood fence and green grass
Fence
Dear Angie: The fence that encloses my back yard is shared with three other neighbors and is in bad shape. With a shared fence, are maintenance or replacement costs typically also shared? – Steven O., Vallejo, California
 
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