Your neighbor’s actions shouldn’t generally interfere with your freedom. But, sometimes, you must take charge and intervene to make things right. For example, some things your neighbor does, like having an excessive number of cars, may make your life more stressful. In most cases, a small number of cars will not raise an issue; nevertheless, …
Your home is supposed to be a haven of tranquility, yet envious neighbors can arise from various situations. It doesn’t matter if you’ve recently been married or your neighbor thinks your life is better than theirs; you could find yourself the target of their envy. Recognizing this type of neighbor will allow you to better …
Fencing is important when constructing your home. It is important to get the ideal placement, so it doesn’t affect your neighbors. Frequently, neighbors in newly constructed homes will have fences built, giving your yard a mismatched appearance. This will make it difficult for you to construct your fence without violating the rules. The most obvious …
Anyone who has ever had to deal with their neighbor operating their generator at night finds it particularly obnoxious. Confrontation, on the other hand, maybe unpleasant. So, what do you do if your neighbor’s generator runs all night? You must, however, be aware of the rules governing generators and what you may or may not …
Has a neighbor started a trash fight by shifting your trash cans? This behavior is not only obnoxious and insulting, but it may also be illegal in certain situations, depending on the circumstances. Is it possible for your next-door neighbor to move your garbage can without your consent? There is no need to worry about …
As the number of people installing home security systems rises, there is a greater chance that your next-door neighbor has set up a camera in the direction of your backyard. You may be questioning whether or not this is legal, as well as what your rights are. The installation of security cameras on residential properties …
Most times, homeowners are always skeptical about who to blame if the house next door to them catches fire and causes damage to their property. The response to this question is not simple to answer as one might initially believe it to be. In a scenario like this, the party’s obligation is determined by a …
One of the most prevalent causes of conflict between neighbors is disagreements about fences. The owners often share the cost and responsibilities of fence upkeep and repairs on each side of a property line where a fence is erected. Fences damaged on one side of a property line can cause a neighbor to feel aggrieved …
Do you have a neighbor that insists on mowing your lawn regularly? While it may appear to be a generous gesture, they may have ulterior motives. However, this does not apply to all neighbors. So you may ask: can my neighbor claim my land by mowing it? You can also wonder, “How do I deal …
It starts with the rumble of dump trucks and bulldozers early on a Saturday morning, right next to your house. While some may see it as progress, you see the ongoing work next door as a nuisance and a potential invasion of your land borders and property rights. And what’s worse? You returned home from …
Suppose you own a car manufactured as far back as ten years ago. In that case, there is a high tendency for someone to steal gas from your car in a much easier way compared to new models of vehicles that now have more security protecting car owners from car theft. Old model cars, indeed, …
Have you ever found yourself in a scenario like this? To obtain access to your yard, your next-door neighbor’s dog digs beneath your fence. Doesn’t this sound vexing? Dogs are wonderful companions, yet they can irritate people at times, especially if they haven’t had sufficient training. So, how do you go about it? If your …
Most times, houses are built so close to the neighboring property that you share the same fence. Often, the law assumes that a fence located directly on the property line benefits both homeowners equally. But what happens when all of a sudden, your neighbor decides to connect to your fence without permission, should he have …
Lawns tend to beautify homes and help maintain ecological balance in our environment. How? They serve as an ideal habitat for soil organisms. In the United States, statistics show that about 81 percent of houses have lawns. Lawns beautify compounds giving the eyes strokes of green colors. However, there are a series of potential problems …
We’ve all got that neighbor whose alarm keeps going off every time we are about to take a nap after a long stressful day at work. We try not to be bothered because we think it happens, and there’s always no cause for alarm or emergencies. Deep down, the noise can be very annoying and …
A trellis is an outdoor engineered frame that you can use to grow vines and other climbing plants alike. It is fixed to the wall to train the plants in the pattern of preferred growth to beautify the wall. You can construct your trellis from various materials. These include but are not limited to metal, …