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SUMMER 2014

My Word by <NAME> Hello Friends, When I was a kid, one of my favorite things about summer was taking a break from school homework. How about you? Actually, though some think there’s more now, I saw recently that students are getting the same amount of homework today as they were 30 years ago. Maybe it just feels like more these days because families are so busy! For me, “home work” has a different meaning now. I have the privilege of working in the homes of people very important

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DIY Alert: Projects You Shouldn’t Try on Your Own …page 2

Lost in Translation …page 2

Get Your Green On …page 3

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— It’s About Time —

Avoiding Summertime Plumbing Problems

Summer is a busy time for your

household plumbing, considering the extra showers, landscape irrigation, possible pool time or simply increased activity with children in and out more often. So what can go wrong? Toilets get clogged. Toilets see extra use with more folks around. Keep a plunger handy to clear small clogs. Call us for big ones. Disposals get clogged. If you’re cooking more, you’ll have more food waste to dispose of. Three things to remember: Don’t pour cooking oil down the drain but discard in the trash. Avoid putting hard-textured fruits and vegetables in the drain. When you use your disposal, run cold water before, during and after grinding to make sure the drain becomes clear.

Wash cycles go wrong. This season of sports and outdoor activities means extra loads of laundry for your washing machine. Check your hoses and replace if you see signs of wear and tear. Also, don’t “set it and forget it.” Only wash your laundry when you are at home and available if something unusual occurs. Sewer lines get backed up. Tree roots that push into underground lines and keep growing are often a cause of sewer lines backing up. Another cause comes from flushing items in the toilet that should be discarded in a trash can. When a sewer line clogs, the water has nowhere to go in the line so it shows up in your plumbing fixtures. You’ll probably see the first sign in your toilets, which have the most direct path to the sewer line. Call us and let us help.

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DIY Alert: Projects You Shouldn’t Try on Your Own

Be careful that your next “do-it-

yourself” project doesn’t end with the all-too-common “I shouldn’t have done that” regret. The untrained face a range of issues, including misuse of power tools, falls from heights or misjudgments about electricity and plumbing. Turn to a pro for: Roof Repair – One misstep could send you spiraling toward the ground. Next stop: the emergency room. Tree Removal – Possible misjudgments include interference with power lines, large objects falling in a surprising direction and seriously sharp blades that don’t distinguish between trees and people. Electrical Work – Great advice for avoiding fire, electrical shock and code violations: hire an experienced licensed electrician when extending electrical circuits or adding new ones.

Plumbing Work – While some plumbing projects are easily tackled by the competent DIYer, you’ll need a pro for projects that put your property and person at risk. For example, if you don’t know what you’re doing with propane-torch soldering, your outcome could be a flood or a fire – instead of a plumbing repair.

Only let the pros work with your water-supply lines and your water heating system. Even small mistakes can lead to damaged pipes or water-damaged walls. Got a new bathtub in mind? Get a skilled plumber in the house. Also, remember, a small, unnoticed leak can cost you a whole lot. Avoid plumbing repairs concealed by walls, floors and ceilings. And call us for any of the above.

Is your doctor’s terminology often more complicated than your actual condition? It’s not uncommon to leave the doctor with a serious case of misunderstanding. This list can help you translate common doctor-speak into plain English…

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The Doctor Says: ATYPICAL Layman’s Terms: Your condition or lab-test results are not completely normal. This can be good or bad – it

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Caring for Your Car

Don’t forget to give your vehicle the same attention you give other parts of your life. Proper maintenance can keep your car going for thousands of miles…

Windshield Wiper Blades: change every 6-12 months; cost $10-$20 per blade

Brake Pads: change every 50,000 miles; cost $50-$100 Tires: change every 45,000 miles; cost $50-$400 per tire Air Filter: change every 30,000 miles; cost $15-$50 Battery: change every 5 years; cost $60-$150

really just means that your symptoms are different.

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Get Your Green On

The Doctor Says: LESION Layman’s Terms: A spot in your organ or tissue that was caused by injury or disease. It can either be a benign relic from previous health issues or should be further investigated. The Doctor Says: NODULE Layman’s Terms: Usually not harmful, a nodule is a response to an injury when a small clump of cells form on some tissue, such as a tendon or muscle. The Doctor Says: CHRONIC Layman’s Terms: Your issue comes and goes regularly over an indefinite period; it is longstanding. This usually is used to describe degenerative diseases. These common terms may help you better understand what your doctor means, but your best option is always to ask as many questions as you need to understand and feel comfortable with your healthcare.

Is your bathwater clear as mud?

The freshest, fastest way to

consume all of those delicious nutrients from greens is in a smoothie. Plus, it’s a good gateway drink for kids who aren’t so thrilled about the thought of veggies. Try these tips for the best results on any green smoothie. Liquid First Blender blades can move more freely when surrounded by water or juice. Next, add your choice of

The buildup in your water can affect taste and cleaning power. So call <COMPANY> at <PHONE> for a water inspection and filtration options.

Start Slow For blenders with speed levels, start it on low, then work your way up to high or a puree. For blenders with function buttons, pulse a few times before switching to puree mode. Thicken It Up Add ice to the blender for your desired consistency.

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Insure Those Valuables

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If your water isn’t properly filtered, you may have a mud bath in your very own home. Or at least, plenty of sediment in your water.

greens, and top with chunks of fruit or vegetables.

homeowner’s insurance provider will fully replace your missing goods? Most policies have limited coverage on certain items and not all policies cover accidental loss. Get coverage by following these simple instructions… Select the item to be insured.

Request a personal property floater from your homeowner’s insurance provider. This covers appraised items if they’re damaged or lost. Store all receipts and appraisals in a fireproof box. If your item is stolen, lost or destroyed, you can file a claim on it. To ensure that you’re reimbursed for the full value, file your claim as soon as possible.

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to me – my customers. And I’ve learned a lot. First, I know you’re busy, so I respect your time and schedule appointments at your convenience (though, truth is, plumbing emergencies are never convenient). You’re calling us because you have a problem, and our job is to solve it.

I know you want to stick to a budget, so I give you estimates in advance and show you ways you can save. And you want a team you can count on. That’s who we are. Call when you need us.

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