The Clean Air Act of 1970 is a landmark piece of legislation that continues to have impacts on our health and environment well into the 21st century. For context, in the 1970s, air pollution was five times worse than it is today. If you’re wondering what the Clean Air Act did and how it affects … Read more
Are you preparing to use your land for agricultural purposes? If so, the question you should be asking is what is the soil structure on my land? Soil management is a critical part of the groundwork (no pun intended). When you understand the soil structure on your property, you’re able to make better decisions regarding … Read more
One of the most important factors of soil is how much carbon it stores. This is known as–drum roll please–soil carbon, and it’s not only a crucial factor that determines the health of the plants, but it also plays a role in managing the world’s CO2 levels. As more and more countries are focusing their … Read more
Geomapping allows you to collect and analyze geospatial data to build a map or visualization of your land. If you’re interested in gaining additional insights into your land through various types of data, keep reading. We’ll discuss what geomapping is and how you can use the information you’ve collected to make informed decisions about your … Read more
Does your house have code violations? Uhmm…I hope not. Depending on where you live, there’s a whole gamut of building and housing codes you have to follow, from handrail heights to the placement of electrical outlets to window sizes for specific rooms. Unless you’re a trained home inspector, the average homeowner is only aware of … Read more
You’re not the only person who has a say on what you can do with your property: encumbrances give outside parties the right to limit or restrict certain activities. Sounds a bit unfair, right? Encumbrances range far and wide; some can be as simple as a mortgage or as complex as a conservation easement. Although … Read more
If you’re venturing into the world of real estate, there’s a lot to learn – and the meaning of the term “leasehold” is one of them. Most first-time buyers assume one thing is certain — when you purchase a house or piece of land, it’s yours from that point forward. You can live there forever … Read more
Today, the United States is one of the top coal producers in the world, but there’s one aspect of this production that cannot be ignored: coal ash. When coal is burned, it leaves residual ash particles that can cause serious issues for people and the environment. Even though the amount of coal being burned in … Read more
Scorpions can be quite intimidating, but there are a few easy steps you can take to get rid of them permanently. Of course, if the infestation is serious enough, you may need to call for professional backup, but that could be avoided if you act now. So, let’s look at how to get rid of … Read more
The physical condition of soil is referred to as soil tilth. Achieving and maintaining a healthy tilth takes a bit of work, but it’s nothing you can’t handle. So, to make sure that you have all the necessary information related to soil tilth, this article is a deep dive into the topic. I’m going to … Read more