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Home Maintenance Projects for May

Clean the gutters. Then make sure downspouts or splash backs direct water at least 6 feet from the foundation.
Have the central air conditioning unit checked. Replace the filter in the forced-air system. Clean debris from condenser or heat pump outside.
Remove mineral deposits from faucet aerators and shower heads by soaking parts in white vinegar […]

7 Ways To Winterize Your Garden

You’ve put a lot of time, energy, and expense into maintaining a beautiful yard and garden all through the spring and summer seasons. Don’t let the gray days of fall and winter lead you into believing there is nothing left to do but watch your hard work wither, turn brown, and die.
Perhaps you’re thinking, […]