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The Dirt on Mushroom Poisoning

May 19, 2016

As mushrooms begin to pop up across lawns this spring, mushrooms poisonings reach their highest levels. There are no easily distinguishable differences between poisonous and nonpoisonous mushrooms, and as Americans become more adventurous in their mushroom collection and consumption, poisonings are likely to increase.

Environmentally Friendly Lawn Care Tips

April 21, 2016

Preserving your yard in a traditional method isn’t always the “greenest” endeavor. Whether it’s using chemical-laden pesticides and fertilizer or working with greenhouse gas-producing lawn tools, some methods of lawn upkeep can be tough on the environment.

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

March 4, 2016

With more carbon monoxide deaths being seen in the news, we would like to inform homeowners of the importance of being educated about carbon monoxide safety.

PMC Employee Receives Certification

February 19, 2016

Priestley Management Company would like to congratulate one of our employees, Lauren Kyzer for earning her AMS from CAI.

Winter Pet Safety

January 5, 2016

Winter is HERE! We love our pets, so keeping them safe in the wintertime should be a top priority. See below for some friendly reminders detailing how you can ensure your pet stays warm, happy and out of harm’s way even on the dreariest of winter days.

Rock the Proxy: Let Your Voice be Heard

November 6, 2015

It's that time of year! A lot of homeowner association annual meetings fall in this time of year. If you cannot make your association's annual meeting, it is very important to submit a proxy.

Your Commitment as a Homeowner

October 23, 2015

Once you buy a home in a homeowners association, you automatically have a common-interest with your community that creates some unique obligations to your community and to other residents within it.

Weather Update

October 1, 2015

More rainfall is expected due to Hurricane Joaquin, which became a category 3 hurricane as of Wednesday night. This, along with other contributing factors, will result in significant rainfall in North and South Carolina.

The Value of Quailty Landscaping

September 23, 2015

Most associations have a robust landscaping budget, but the practical purposes accomplished by quality landscaping makes it money well spent. Landscaping can save money. Substituting perennial ground cover for grass greatly reduces maintenance, and drought-tolerant plants reduce water costs. Shrubs and trees screen unsightly utility boxes, trash areas or an unfortunate view. They also make effective sound barriers and privacy screens.

Outdoor Water Conservation Tips

June 23, 2015

Even though we use water every day, it’s easy to take it for granted. Just imagine how you would function without clean water. It’s everyone’s responsibility to conserve and protect water resources.