• Polls

    What part of your property has to look the best?

    • The Lawn (64%, 39 Votes)
    • Deck/Patio (16%, 10 Votes)
    • Garden (11%, 7 Votes)
    • Flower Bed (8%, 5 Votes)

    Total Voters: 61

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