Hosting season is upon us, and the Pros have been talking all about entertaining!

From creating the perfect watch party set up from every angle to outdoor TV inspo and claiming your title as the "entertainment hub" for your friends and family - We've had a solid kickoff for fall! Make sure to click the links above to check out what we've been up to.

We love how this season brings everyone together around the fire, a football game, or a mug of warm cider. This year, it's time to embrace your favorite activities outdoors!

Let's chat to see how the Pros can expand your living space. Make sure you read below and keep an eye out on our social media pages for some tips on how to up your curb appeal this season, and give us a call if there's anything we can take on before 2024 to get your outdoor areas looking their best!

As hosting season is quickly approaching, the Pros want to make sure you make the best first impression for the holidays! So, what should we be doing to continue to create a cozy and welcoming vibe?

• Update landscaping. It's not too late! This will be the first thing people see as they pull up to your home. Let's get it where you want it for the holidays and into the spring!
• Clear fallen leaves from beds and lawn. These can actually damage your grass you've worked hard on this summer, so grab those rakes!
• Add fall and winter pots. This is one of our favorite ways to enhance your entryway with color and instantly create a welcoming vibe to your home. Select appropriate pot decor that will survive the winter and pull out/prune anything that has died.
• Light it up. As the days get shorter, make sure your home and walkways are illuminated with outdoor lighting.
• Power-wash concrete surfaces. Power-washing not only gets rid of many pesky stains, but it also helps maintain the integrity of your concrete walkways, driveways, etc. by reducing dirt, sand, salt, or corrosive chemicals. Power-washing can also remove pollen, algae, and mold spores collecting around your home or business.

If this all sounds a little daunting while your schedule is busy with work, gift shopping, and baking inside, we've got great news! The Pros do all of these items, and we'll get them done in time for your holiday gatherings. Let's up your curb appeal and create a clean slate to welcome your guests/customers this season!

REMINDER: Get your dormant pruning service scheduled!

We love getting our hands dirty and creating new outdoor spaces for you to enjoy, but did you know that Property Pros takes great pride in providing maintenance services to keep your outdoor areas looking their best year-round? And with the holidays right around the corner, the time to get your winter services scheduled is now!

A winter service we can't leave out: dormant pruning. The dormant season is the best time to clear diseased branches to greatly reduce the size and structure of your shrubs that may be encroaching on windows, walkways, house walls, etc., while giving the plant ample time to heal in the spring.

This underutilized service will help keep your plants happy, healthy, and maintained, while saving you the hassle and cost of removing and replacing an overgrown plant. Contact us to schedule your service no later than January 1st. Work will be done from December-February. 

Dormant pruning is just one of the maintenance services we offer with our residential and commercial maintenance contracts. Our customized programs are personalized to each property and offer a range of services from mulching and spring clean-ups to routine mowing and bedcare. Contracts will be billed in 12 equal, monthly installment payments - perfect for budgeting for the new year!

*Dormant pruning cannot be done on evergreens.

What's better than a crisp fall evening, your friends and family surrounding a warm fire, and hot chocolate in hand (and maybe a s'more in the other)? Having it all right in your backyard!

When adding a fire feature to your backyard landscape, there's a lot to consider, from style to fueling method and even location. Find out what works for you and incorporate a fire feature into your outdoor area that highlights your unique taste and enhances your landscape design. Here are just a few fire feature options to explore:

• The Wood-Burning Fire Pit. There's nothing quite like the classic aroma of a wood-burning fire pit. Customize your design with pavers and seating walls that suit your style and needs.
• The Gas Fire Pit. The ease of lighting a gas fire pit is the prime benefit for the outdoor entertainer, as there is no need to worry about keeping dry firewood on-hand, while still enjoying all the perks of a cozy fire.
• The Outdoor Fireplace. If the rugged nature of an outdoor fire pit isn't your thing, then consider elevating your backyard design with a luxurious outdoor fireplace. This option is safe, tidy, and provides a sophisticated ambiance to your outdoor areas while still allowing access to an open flame for toasting up snacks.

Check out what's happening around Hamilton County this month!

Click the links for more details on each event.

November Events:

• November 1 - Day of the Dead with Nickel Plate Arts
• November 4 & 5 - BBQ Express with the Nickel Plate Express
• November 4 - Dog Tag Dash benefitting Pets Healing Vets
• November 4 - Holiday Preview Sip & Shop at Carmel City Center
• November 4 - Pumpkin Chuckin' at the Fishers Agripark
• November 7 - Handprint Ornament Making at uPaint Pottery Studio
• November 9 - Center Presents: Easton Corbin at the Palladium
• November 9 - Corn to Cocktail at Conner Prairie
• November 22 - Indy Nights with Ryan Ahlwardt & Friends at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
• November 30 - Deception: An Evening of Magic & Lies at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
• Recurring Events: Winter Farmers Markets, Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Reindeer Express

Do you know somebody looking to upgrade their outdoor lifestyle? Maybe your friends saw your backyard renovation and are looking to revamp their outdoor oasis? Refer them to us, and we'll reward you for your efforts! Once the referral project is complete, we will send your reward!