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Will My Plants Die This Winter? How to Care For Indoor/Outdoor Plants During the Cold Season
Worried about the health of your plants this winter? Arborist Scott Diffenderfer told us how to preserve both your indoor and outdoor plants this winter: “Generally, the key to keeping houseplants healthy and happy is to maintain a consistent level of soil moisture, temperature, and light. Plants such as violets, that like indirect light, do well in a north – northwest facing window. Ficus prefers more direct light and really likes staying in the same place. Other things to consider are; turn the plant once a month to keep the foliage balanced (plants grow toward the sun and eventually develop a lopsided growth pattern). Older plants can become root-bound after…
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Drain-cleaning hacks – How to fix clogged pipes without a plumber
Anyone reading this article probably has access to a plumbing system in their home. We depend on our water supply and drain system many times a day for nearly everything. Whether you’re washing your dishes, laundry, or hands, your plumbing system makes it as easy as turning a valve. It’s only when something goes wrong in the plumbing system, do we realize how much we need it in our day to day lives. Unfortunately, hiring a plumber isn’t cheap. The average plumbing job ranges from $175 to $450. Something as simple as a drain cleaning requires a trained specialist to drive to your home, diagnose the problem, then fix it…
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Can a Shovel be Faster Than a Snow Blower?
A snow blower is a pretty significant investment. So, you might be wondering if the snow removal tool is worth the hefty price tag. To help you decide whether or not you should pull the trigger on the purchase, you should answer one question – can a shovel be faster than a snow blower? Knowing the answer to this question makes it easier to understand whether or not a snowblower is right for you. Snow Blower Basics A snow blower is a relatively heavy machine that takes in snow and shoots it out through a chute. Although there are a variety of models, they all function in a similar manner.…








