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Give you lawn a breath of fresh air.

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:27:52 -0600

Lawn Aeration: Give Your Grass a Breath of Fresh Air

Lawn aeration ensures lush, healthy grass year-round. Read

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USDA hardiness map shows which plants do well in our area.

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:29:44 -0600

New Hardiness Zone Map Meets the Digital World

The USDA has released its new and improved digital Plant Hardiness Zone Map. It’s about time. Read

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Plug air leaks and stay cozy this winter.

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:49:50 -0600

8 Easy Ways to Seal Air Leaks Around the House

For what the typical family wastes every year on air leaks—about $350—you can plug energy-robbing gaps, start saving money, and enjoy a more comfortable home. Read

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Be safe. Have your chimney cleaned and checked before heating season.

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:59:03 -0600

Chimney Maintenance for Warmth and Safety

Chimney maintenance and a fireplace inspection can make the difference between warm safety and drafty danger. Read

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Prepare you lawn for spring now.

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 01:31:50 -0600

Fall Lawn Care: 4 Ways to Say G’Night For The Winter

Labor Day through Halloween is your window for preparing lawns for a lush spring. Read

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Check your heating system now to avoid problems this winter.

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:08:22 -0600

Essential Heating System Maintenance

Getting your home’s heating system professionally serviced every year will keep it running smoothly and help keep heating costs under control. Read

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A non-invasive version of the burning bush is on the horizon

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:12:42 -0600

Burning Bush's Wild Tendencies Tamed

Nothing wrecks curb appeal like a bush gone wild. Read

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Solar pump for your garden water feature

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:36:36 -0600

Good Vibrations: Solar Water Pump That’s Music To Our Ears

The look and sound of running water calms nerves and heals spirits. But if you’ve included a water feature in your landscaping, you probably know how aggravating running water can be. Read

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Black not a good choice for kitchens

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:41:21 -0600

Consider Upkeep Before Falling for Black Kitchens

We’ve noticed that basic black is the kitchen color du jour. Black is elegant, dramatic, stunning, and sophisticated, according to a blog post by KD Kitchen Distributors, which includes photos of kitchens appointed with black cabinets, counters, and appliances. Read

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Tips for maintaining your garage

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:32:31 -0600

5 Tips for Inspecting and Maintaining Your Garage

Routine maintenance will help your garage retain its value and keep it trouble-free for decades. Read

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Great neighbors make great neighborhoods

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:20:00 -0600

Secrets of a Great Neighborhood Revealed

OK. It’s not really complicated or a secret: Great neighbors make great neighborhoods. Read

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Guerilla Gardening Something New

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:46:33 -0600

Guerrilla Gardening: Vandalism or Victimless Crime?

You may not even know it, but there could be an underground army in your neighborhood — people operating under a cloak of anonymity, working slightly outside the law, all for one simple cause: Beautifying their community. Read

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Rescue Plants From The Heat

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:47:28 -0600

4 Ways to Rescue Your Plants From the Heat Wave‏

Summer’s triple-digit heat is threatening to fry the trees and shrubs you’ve spent all year tending. Read

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Stay cool and save energy

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:34:00 -0600

No Sweat: Programmable Thermostats Save on Energy Costs

Advanced programmable thermostats give you precise control over your heating and cooling, helping to reduce wasted energy. Read

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Natural Swimming Pools

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:42:15 -0600

Think Natural Swimming Pools are Icky? Think Again

Want to take a refreshing, chlorine-free dip in a backyard swimming pool? Go to England. For years the Brits have been onto the idea of natural swimming pools — pools designed with filtration systems that don’t rely on chemicals to maintain clean, safe water for swimming. These wonderful backyard features are as beautiful as they are environmentally friendly. Read

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