Tony Carrick
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tony Carrick is a freelance writer specializing in home improvement, landscaping, and design. A recipient of a degree in journalism and a Master of Arts in English, he spent ten years writing for a variety of local newspapers and business publications before becoming an English teacher. Mr. Carrick now works as a freelance writer from his home in North Carolina. When he isn’t furiously typing away on his laptop or working on his latest home improvement project, he enjoys spending time with his family and cycling through the beautiful North Carolina countryside. Connect with Tony Carrick on LinkedIn.
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Pine trees typically shed about one-third of their needles from late summer to early winter. If that tree flanks a house, those needles can quickly find their way into the gutters, causin...
Adding a wine or coffee bar to an indoor or outdoor living space is a great way to enhance your ability to entertain. While you can purchase a prefab bar or even hire someone else to buil...
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