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You Don't Have to Go Inside...

FL Outdoors EIC

Published on: 13/03/2026

South Florida storms last 20 minutes. You're losing 160+ outdoor hours a summer. There's a middle ground between exposed and enclosed.

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Your Patio Is Heating Your House: The $2,100 Problem on the Other Side of the Glass.

Kip HudaKoz

Published on: 04/03/2026

Before you spend $10,000 on a new AC, check your patio. An unshaded sliding glass door can inflate your cooling costs by 25%. The cheapest fix is outside.

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The Usability Audit: Your Patio's Real Number

FL Outdoors EIC

Published on: 22/02/2026

Most South Florida patios are comfortably usable 5 months out of 12. That means your outdoor investment is sitting empty more than half the year. It doesn't have to.

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Space Heaters, Fire Pits, or Infrared: Which Lanai Heating Option Won't Kill You (or Your Electric Bill)

Kip HudaKoz

Published on: 08/02/2026

Which heater is safe for your screened lanai? Compare electric, propane, infrared, fire pits, plus wind protection options. Honest tradeoffs on safety and cost.

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