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POST-WINTER

GARDEN PREP Lawns and gardens can bear the brunt of winter weather and are often in need of tender loving care by the time spring arrives.

Preparing a garden for spring and summer involves assessing any damage that harsh weather might have caused.

As temperatures climb, gardeners can heed the following post-winter garden preparation tips in an effort to ensure some successful gardening in the months ahead.

• Assess the damage. Even if winter was mild, gardens might still have suffered some damage. Inspect garden beds and any fencing or barriers designed to keep wildlife from getting into the garden. Before planting anew, fix any damage that Mother Nature or local wildlife might have caused over the past several months.

• Clear debris. Garden beds and surrounding landscapes that survived winter without being damaged might still be littered with debris. Remove fallen leaves, branches and even litter that blew about on windy winter days before planting season. Make sure to discard any debris effectively so it does not find its way back into the garden.

• Turn the greenhouse into a clean house. Spring cleaning is not just for the interior of a home. Cleaning a greenhouse in advance of spring can help gardeners evict any overwintering pests that can threaten plant life once spring gardening season arrives.

A thorough cleaning, which should include cleaning the inside of greenhouse glass and washing flower pots and plant trays, also can prevent plant diseases from surviving into spring.

• Check for pests. Speak with a local gardening professional to determine if there are any local pests to look out for and how to recognize and remove these pets from gardens. Pests may hibernate in the soil over the winter, and such unwelcome visitors can make it difficult for gardens to thrive come spring and summer.

• Assess plant location. If plants, flowers or gardens have struggled in recent years or never grew especially vibrant, then gardeners may want to assess the location of their plant life before spring gardening season begins. Some plants may not be getting enough sunlight in certain locations on a property, while others might be overexposed to the

sun during spring and summer. Moving plants that are not thriving prior to the start of spring gardening season may be just what gardens need to flourish in the coming weeks.

Spring gardening season is right around the corner, so now is an ideal time to prepare gardens for the warmer seasons ahead.

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STORAGE SOLUTIONS

FOR SHOP, HOME AND JOB SITES (MS) — Bringing order to a daily routine often requires creative solutions. Let Woodcraft lend some assistance with handy products for storage and transport that make organizing shops, kitchens, bathrooms, craft rooms, and even job sites that much simpler.

Versatile Storage and Transport “One of the most versatile storage products in the Woodcraft line is the Tanos systainer® family of containers,” said Woodcraft product manager Jessica Douglas. “The basic unit, the systainer T-LOC, comes in five sizes and eight colors and is stackable and lockable, with easy access to even the middle container through the T-LOC mechanism. Add the Caster SYS-Cart, and you can easily transport your stored tools and materials whenever necessary without the need to pack.”

Other systainer® options include the SYSCombi II and III units that offer the open storage space of SYS-II and SYS-III systainers on top and a handy small parts storage drawer on the bottom. The pullout drawer provides divided storage compartments for

small parts. For more customizable storage, the Tanos T-LOC SYS-Sort IV/3 systainer has three levels of parts and tool storage, and each drawer opens within the stack for easy access. Drawers can be customized with bins or the optional drawer accessory pack (both sold separately) to fit your needs exactly. Like other systainers, the SYS-Combi II and III and T-LOC SYS-Sort IV/3 can be connected by the T-LOC to other systainers, ToolBox, Storage-Box and systainer® Classic Line to make the ultimate storage system.

Racks & Shelves Keep long material — lumber, PVC/copper pipe, molding, millwork and similar items — handy but out of the way with the Lumber Rack Storage System. System includes all the uprights (24” and 55”) and brackets (10”, 14” and 18”) needed to efficiently store a variety of 8’ lengths of material. The 18” bracket will support a 300-lb. load at the tip. Shorter brackets will support even more weight. Add a board and use the system for general storage.

Another option for expanding storage space is to build shelves for all the “empty” spaces

along walls or in corners with Baltic Birch Plywood. This finished plywood comes in 3⁄4” x 12” x 60” pieces and features a clear durable topcoat on both sides that resists scratches and chips, making it perfect for building custom shelving in rooms, closets, garages and shops.

Customize your lumber, pipe and accessory storage with six shelf brackets included with the WoodRiver HD Shelf System. Moving them in 6” increments on the upright supports accommodates a wide range of long materials. Add a flat board to store boxes, bins, cans of finish and more.

Other ready-made racks include the Akro-Mils 24” Tool Storage Rack that holds up to 96 tools, and Monkey Bars Racks that are available for just about everything, from garden tools to coats to bikes to camping gear.

Other Handy Storage Options • Heavy-Duty Casters mobilize shop machines and even furniture for easy storage and use. Castors have easy rolling, non-marring polyurethane wheels that will not “flat spot” from remaining stationary.

• A Grip Magnetic Bit Holder will keep 36 driver bits, 1⁄4”-shank router bits or CNC bits organized.

• The WoodRiver Blade Keep 10” Red Silicone Saw Blade Cover protects saw blades.

• Wrap N Strap Adjustable Straps for Cords and Cables come in 5-Piece Sets. The adjustable cord organizer consists of a rubber strap (available in 6”, 7” and 9” sizes) and a plastic fastener for attachment. Straps will corral power and extension cords of all sizes, organize computer cables and bundle and carry

Tanos systainers offer handy storage and transport for art and craft supplies, tools, and much more. Customizable foam inserts keep items safely in place.

everything from quarter round to water pipe, including dust collection hose.

• The Rotating Bur & Tool Holder, set on a lazy Susan mechanism, will keep all your small tools, burs and drill bits within easy reach.

• Woodcraft’s 30-Pocket Tool Roll and 21Pocket Tool Bag provide portable storage and transport to keep tools or other similar items safe.

• Pick & Pluck 10mm Rigid and 25mm Smooth Foam, closed cell foam specially designed for Systainer® T-LOC 1-5 (I, II, III, IV & V), fits snugly into the base of the systainer. Each unit features a grid of perforated cubes, 15mm x 15mm, so you can customize the inside shape of just about anything you wish to store or transport.

• FastCap Kaizen Foam peels away in layers, creating a perfect fit for all your tools in drawers and on walls. The inexpensive, high performance, super tough foam is easy to peel in 1⁄8” layered sections. Great for shop, home, office, vertical applications and toolboxes.

To learn more about these and other products, visit your local Woodcraft store, call (800) 535-4482 or visit www.woodcraft. com.

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TIPS FOR PURCHASING

AN ALARM SYSTEM FROM YOUR DOORSTEP Warm summer months tend to bring out sunscreen, swimsuits and home security salespeople. While the majority of these salespeople are from credible alarm companies, a few bad apples can unfairly taint the entire summer sales workforce.

Many reputable companies, employ a door-to-door sales staff to reach out to new customers. To help consumers spot home security scams and make informed decisions when purchasing an alarm system from their doorsteps, follow these tips.

Only do business with credible licensed companies. Ask the salesperson if the company he or she works for has a alarm operators license or ACO. ACO are trusted within the electronic security industry to provide high quality products and services to the public. ACO are governed by a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct, employee background checks through the FBI and DOJ. that reinforces their commitment to conducting business in an ethical manner.

Alarm companies and their sales representatives must adhere to the following rules or risk having their license terminated: • Representatives must have a Alarm Company Employee ID card with them at all times.

• Representatives of member companies must accurately and clearly identify themselves, their company and purpose of solicitation before conducting a sales presentation.

• Representatives will immediately dis

continue a sales presentation and leave the premises upon the request of a consumer.

• Representatives will not engage in deceptive, misleading, unlawful or unethical businesses practices.

• Ask for their contracts license and ACO or alarm companies operators license. Both are required in California.

• See if there are any negative reviews on BBB, Yelp, NextDoor, FB and Google them.

Ask for identification before allowing someone in your home. California laws require salespeople to identify themselves, their company and the product or services they are selling before asking you any questions or making any statements, and salespeople are to carry the information on their person.

Regardless of what your state requires, always ask for the salesperson for their name, company and licenses. Do not accept general statements such as from “the security company” or “your alarm company.”

Also, be cautious of individuals who claim that they need to update or replace your security system because your alarm provider has gone out of business and their company has inherited your account. This is just one of many common scams that fool homeowners into unknowingly upgrading their systems or modifying their contracts. To avoid becoming a victim, call your alarm company to verify his or her claim before making any new equipment or contract commitments. Some door to door sales people will say they will “give” you the security system for free if they can put their yard sign in your front yard. Well we all know nothing is for free and if its too good to be true then it probably is. These “free” systems require lengthy monitoring contracts that cost much more then they should if you were to purchase the system upfront.

PLANTING & WATERING Recommendations When Planting A Tree Watering Newly planted trees should be watered at the time of planting. In addition, during the first growing season, they should be watered at least once a week in the absence of rain, more often during the height of the summer. However, care should be taken not to overwater as this may result in oxygen deprivation.

If you are uncertain as to whether a tree needs water, dig down 6-8 inches at the edge of the planting hole. If the soil at that depth feels powdery or crumbly, the tree needs water. Adequately moistened soil should form a ball when squeezed.

Regular deep soakings are better than frequent light wettings.

Moisture should reach a depth of 12-18 inches below the soil surface to encourage ideal root growth.

Planting The most common mistake when planting a tree is a digging hole, which is both too deep and too narrow. Too deep and the roots don’t have access to sufficient oxygen to ensure proper

growth. Too narrow and the root structure can’t expand sufficiently to nourish and properly anchor the tree.

As a general rule, trees should be transplanted no deeper than the soil in which they were originally grown.

The width of the hole should be at least 3 times the diameter of the root ball or container of the spread of the roots in the case of bare root trees. This will provide the tree with enough worked earth for its root structure to establish itself.

When digging in poorly drained clay soil, it is important to avoid “glazing”. Glazing occurs when the sides of the bottom of a hole become smoothed forming a barrier, through which water has difficulty passing.

To break up the glaze, use a fork to work the bottom and drag the points along the sides of the completed hole. Also, raising the centre bottom of the hole slightly higher that the surrounding area. This allows to disperse, reducing the possibility of water pooling in the planting zone.

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CREATE A SAFE & ENJOYABLE

BACKYARD PLAY AREA Homeowners often aspire to have attractive backyards that look like they belong in a magazine. While these can be picturesque and functional for adults, they may not be entirely practical for homeowners who have young children, especially when the majority of the yard is covered with paving stones or concrete.

When young children are part of a household, homeowners may benefit by designing yards that are both functional and fun. Incorporating safe play areas for kids is one way to unlock the potential of both big and small backyards.

As children run off to enjoy a playground, safety is the last thing on their minds. Kids are most interested in scaling ladders to treehouses or coasting down slides. That’s why adults must take it upon themselves to keep injury prevention in mind.

SafestPlayground.com indicates that playground-related injuries routinely result in severe fractures, internal injuries, concussions, and dislocations. In the majority of playground injuries to children younger than age 5, the head and face are affected. Children between the ages of 5 and 9 experience more leg and arm injuries than younger kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission states 70 percent of children’s injuries occur on home playgrounds. More than 28,000 children are injured each year on playgrounds across Canada, according

to Parachute, a national injury prevention organization.

When considering playground equipment for the yard, parents need to make safety a priority. The Canada Safety Society advises parents to follow the “5 S’s of Playground Safety”: Surface, structures, site, supervision, and safety.

• Surface: Parents should assume that children will fall. To lessen the blow of falls, choose playground equipment with a perimeter of six feet of a softer surface, such as sand, pea gravel, rubber pieces or wood chips. This material should be between six and 12 inches deep.

• Structure: The structure of the play equipment should be built from sturdy materials. Pressure-treated lumber was once the standard, but it’s not adviseable for kids’ playgrounds, as the chemicals used in the lumber can leach and young children may actually bite or pick at the wood. Use cedar or another wood that resists decay. Once the structure is built, inspect it frequently for damage.

• Site: Look around the landscape for an ideal place to locate the playset. There should be no obstacles that children can hit while sliding or swinging. Avoid overhanging branches and do not place equipment too close to trees or fencing.

Try to keep the set out of direct sunlight, which can make components heat up and scald young bodies.

• Supervision: Do not leave children alone while they are playing. Prevent children from using the playset in an incorrect manner.

• Safety: Follow the directions for installation. Make sure all posts are anchored into the ground securely. Railings should be spaced so that children cannot get

stuck between them. Check that metal components have not rusted and that there is no additional excessive wear. Be sure that no tools or other dangerous items are left around the yard.

Backyard playgrounds should be built with safety in mind. Learn the rules of play equipment and yard safety.

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WHAT TO LOOK FOR

DURING ROOF INSPECTIONS Cold weather can be tough on a home, and perhaps no part of a home is more vulnerable to harsh winter weather than its roof.

Fallen snow can equate to several pounds of pressure placed on a residential roof. Roofs do not often collapse under heavy snowfall. But adverse winter weather conditions can compromise roofs in other ways.

Water leakage and damage to the roof ’s interior are just two of the potentially problematic issues that can arise when roofs are battered by cold, blustery weather. That’s why many home improvement specialists advise homeowners to conduct roof inspections prior to the start of winter.

Many homeowners can conduct their own cursory roof inspections, but they may not know exactly what to look for. The National Roofing Contractors Association says that there are certain key areas to inspect that may reveal some telltale signs of roof damage.

• Curled, cracked or missing shingles may prove troublesome. Inclement weather can test the strength of even the most durable roofs. Even though many roofs are designed to last up to 30 years, some may need to be replaced early, particularly when they have been exposed to harsh weather over a period of years. Individual shingles can be replaced as spot treatments, but if the damage is widespread, a new roof may be necessary.

• Attic leaks or water elsewhere might signal issues with the roof. Figure out if water inside the home is coming from the roof. Water stains do not always indicate problems with the roofing, but it’s better to be safe than sorry.

• Look for protective granules wearing off. If gutters are filled with the sandy granular material that coats roofing shingles, that may be a sign of an aging or damaged roof.

• Inspect flashing. Professional roofers can recognize properly installed flashing, the material that connects

Inspect a roof each fall to get an idea of the potential damage and any necessary repairs that may be needed before nasty weather sets in.

the roof to other parts of the house that adjoin the roof, like skylights or a chimneys. Poorly installed flashing can cause leaks. Stains that appear below chimneys or near attic windows may indicate new flashing, and not new shingles, is needed.

• Gutters and downspouts should be in good condition. A roof is the sum of its parts, and that includes downspouts and gutters. If the gutters are clogged or damaged, they cannot direct water away from the house properly.

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• Animals and insects can cause damage, too. It’s not just poor weather that homeowners need to consider with regard to roof damage. Boring insects and animals may cause problems with roofs as well. A roof inspection may shed light on potential pest problems.

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HOW TO KEEP ANIMALS OUT OF YOUR GARDEN Many gardeners understand the frustration that stems from seeing a garden destroyed by wildlife. While protecting wildlife is a cause that’s near and dear to many gardening enthusiasts, even the most ardent wildlife supporter does not want to see his or her garden trampled, eaten or adversely affected by animals.

cess gardens by entering beneath the barricades.

• Fight intruders with odor. Stray cats may mistake gardens for litter boxes and enter them to relieve themselves. Preventing such intrusions can be as simple as placing items around the garden to reduce the likelihood that gardens will be mistaken for litter boxes. Peels Safeguarding gardens from local from oranges and lemons or coffee wildlife can require some trial and grounds can be placed in the garden error. Animals may find ways to and can emit odors strong enough circumvent gardeners’ initial efforts to deter cats. to protect their gardens, but the following methods might just do the • Install motion detecting lights trick the first time around. around gardens. Motion detection technology might be enough to de• Erect physical barriers around gar- ter nocturnal wildlife from tramdens. Barriers may not be garden- pling or eating gardens. Animals ers’ first choices, as some people feel might be spooked and run away barriers such as wire cages or mesh when lights suddenly turn on. A coverings make it more difficult to similar approach can be taken using tend to gardens and rob gardens of noise instead of lights. Gardeners some of their aesthetic appeal. But who hope to avoid erecting barricoverings and wire cages can effec- ers around their gardens can put up tively prevent wildlife from tram- posts instead, attaching aluminum pling or eating plants while still al- cans or wind chimes to the posts lowing the gardens to get adequate that will make noise when animals sunlight. Make sure barriers extend come near. Much like light, noise to the ground so animals cannot ac- can be enough to deter animals.

Container gardens can deter pests from trampling and eating plants.

• Consider raised garden beds.

When small critters, such as moles, are the main problem, then raised garden beds with wood or plastic bottoms and sides can be enough to safeguard gardens. Raised garden beds might not be accessible to small critters, though such beds likely won’t deter larger animals from getting into gardens that are not barricaded.

• Erect fencing around the yard.

Though fencing is expensive, fencing in a backyard or side yard where gardens are located can deter wildlife big and small from trampling or eating gardens.

Wildlife is worth protecting, but gardeners must also take steps to protect their gardens from animals looking for something to eat.

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REMEDY LANDSCAPE

DRAINAGE PROBLEMS Homeowners understand that reaping the rewards of beautiful lawns and gardens requires hard work. But sometimes even hard work won’t be enough to prevent problems in a lawn or garden.

Drought can be very harmful to lawns and gardens, but so, too, can excessive amounts of water and precipitation. Soggy properties can make it difficult for lawns and gardens to thrive. According to Lowes, in addition to killing lawn and other plants, standing water on a property can be a health hazard. That’s because standing water makes a prime breeding ground for mosquito larvae and other pests.

While homeowners cannot control precipitation, they can affect the impact that rainwater has on their properties.

Replace/repair downspouts Gutters and downspouts are designed to move rainwater away from the home. Too often, however, gutters and downspouts become clogged or do not work effectively.

Overflowing gutters will transfer rainwater down the side of a home, where it can puddle at the foundation. This water can ultimately suffocate a lawn, and it may cause interior damage to the home as well.

First, inspect and clean all gutters.

Leaves, nests, sticks, and even dead animals can block the flow of water in a gutter. Test downspouts by running hose water from the top of the gutter.

Downspouts should be pointed Homeowners who must wear rain boots to traverse their lawns could benefit from a drainage overhaul. away from the home and may need to be extended so they direct water away from the dwelling. to guard against puddling. In addi- French drains are typically a trench tion, amending the soil with organic that contains perforated plastic pipe matter, pea gravel or another coarse and is backfilled with gravel. Water Plant water-loving aggregate can prevent water pooling. runs into these channels and gets swept away by the piping. Do-ittrees or shrubs yourselfers may want to try installIn some instances, whether it’s a by- Consider a drainage ing drainage systems themselves. product of poor property grade or system However, because excavation is sloping land, water can pool regardnecessary, it’s often best to have the less of how well the gutter system is When confronted with drainage property inspected and marked for working. Determine where the prob- issues that cannot be remedied by utilities, then have the drainage syslem is and speak with a landscaper to other methods, homeowners may tem installed by professionals. see if there are any plants that thrive need to install drainage systems. Landscaping does not need to be in moist conditions. The roots of Such systems often employ French derailed by drainage issues. Explore these plants can protect against soil drains that are built through or the remedies that can easily fix the erosion and may absorb enough water around the perimeter of a property. problems.

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