Tips & Advice

Q: Why does air from a heat pump feel cold?  A: Heat pump systems help save energy by using the heat available in the outside air to moderate the climate inside. Air produced by a heat pump does [...]

Back in 2011, the Wall Street Journal wrote an article about documents you’ll need before you die. While death is not a fun topic to discuss, there are some essential things you’ll [...]

Autumn flies by in a flash, so take advantage of the crisp weather and beautiful foliage with this list of fun things to do in the fall. The Great Outdoors Go apple picking Go leaf-peeping Get [...]

Hi, Patrick here again. I just wanted to touch on a few pest control issues with everyone. After our pest control companies are done spraying for bugs at each complex it is not uncommon to see [...]

1 – Professional spray bottle 8 oz – Distilled white vinegar 4 oz – Lemon juice 2 oz – Liquid dish soap (I use Dawn) 2 tsp – Baking soda 10 oz – Water To Mix:  Funnel all ingredients into spray [...]

When visiting the playground, please follow these etiquette rules. Rule #1. Assume responsibility for your child. Just because you walk on the playground gates doesn’t mean your child is on his [...]

Spring is here! Don’t give bugs a reason to come inside your home. Bugs come inside for food, so let’s prevent this from happening with these simple tips! 1. Don’t invite bugs to the exterior of [...]

Before you pick up the phone to call our after-hours emergency maintenance team at Excel Development Group, please take a moment to review what constitutes a maintenance emergency: • Water leaks [...]

Now that it appears spring might actually be here, it’s time for walks out side with our pets. NOT ALL OF OUR COMPLEXES ARE ALLOWED TO HAVE PETS. Just wanted to remind everyone that is allowed to [...]

It’s getting to be the time of year when the itch to work outside is fast approaching. Excel just wants to remind you that flower pots and decorations are allowed in the rock gardens around the [...]