If the blades have any cracks, bends, extremely thin blades or even holes in the blades fin – then your blades need to be replaced. If there is still plenty of meat left on your blades and they are in their correct shape, they may simply need to be sharpened.…
But what is the correct answer – and do you actually need to seal your stone? The short answer: No. The long answer: Natural stone has survived for 1000’s of years without any chemical treatments, so it’s unlikely to fall to pieces without a layer of sealant that some suppliers…
Should you mulch plants in the fall? The short answer is: yes! Mulching around plants in autumn has all kinds of benefits, from preventing soil erosion to suppressing weeds to protecting plants from moisture loss and shifts in temperature. Keep reading for fall mulching tips. Is autumn a good time…
According to Energy.gov, “For homes that use 41 gallons or less of hot water daily, demand (or tankless) water heaters can be 24% to 34% more energy efficient than conventional storage tank water heaters.” Tankless water heaters (if gas-fired) will save homeowners over $100 annually the longer they remain in…
Pruning the sucker leaves from Tumbling Tom will bring fruits 2 weeks faster than not pruning, but will also make your plant to grow very tall and difficult to manage if you don’t have much space. It can also end up in the fruits being a bit smaller. Therefore, the…
Grow buddleia in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Deadhead flowers to encourage more to form and cut back hard in late spring to prevent the shrub from becoming too big. How do you Deadhead buddleia? Buddleja alternifolia and Buddleja globosa bloom on stems made in the previous season,…
The CDC says children should be able to dress themselves and tie their shoes by “middle childhood,” which they define as 6 to 8 years of age. What should a 7 year old be able to do independently? Helping out around the house: Children this age can pick up their…
Do you need zinc in your car’s oil? It depends on how old your engine is and how you use it. A zinc oil additive will provide improved wear protection for just about any engine, and is an absolute necessity when it comes to older models, especially those with flat-tappet…
Helpful Expert Reply: Basically, one friction-style sway control can be used for trailers with up to 6,000-lb GTW. If your trailer’s GTW is between 6,000 lbs and 10,000 lbs, you will need two sway-control units, one on each side of the trailer. You will also want to use two units…
Should you send business Christmas cards to clients and customers? Yes. Not only are Christmas cards a tradition, but sending a business Christmas card lets your client or customer know that they are important to you. Should companies send holiday cards? “In the business and professional world, it is customary…