I bet you have a pond filter lying around your house somewhere. A lot of people use the filters on their ponds to keep them clean and healthy. But what if I told you that a pond filter can be…
You might have heard that it is important to heat your pool in the winter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use the same process in the summer. In fact, using an above ground pool heater in the summer has…
Did you know that landscapers, while working outside in the harsh sun all day, will wear hoodies to protect their skin? They found out long ago that by wearing a simple sweater, sweatshirt or a hoodie, they can minimize any…
If you own a sprinkler system, then you have a sprinkler valve box. The valve box is where the water from the main valve is controlled and redirected. Extremely wet or icy and dirty conditions can cause problems with the…
One of the most enduring myths about hot tubs is that they attract slugs. Fear not, for I am here to tell you that this is not the case. Does a hot tub attract slugs? The truth is that slugs are…
We all know that ticks are bad. They carry Lyme disease, which can be incredibly debilitating and hard to treat in some cases. So, do hot tubs kill ticks? The answer is yes! The water temperature of a hot tub…
One of the most common water temperature questions I see people get frustrated about is whether hot tubs turn on automatically. We know that water temperature plays a large role in how comfortable you are when spending time in your…
I am so glad you asked! Hot tubs don’t have the normal four-legged base. However, they do have an option of levelling that can be adjusted to a desired level. If you would like to raise the hot tub, simply…
It’s summertime and to me that means hot tubs are in full swing. With the increased use of these pools, many people have been curious about why they attract lightning so often. Can a hot tub really attract lightning? What…
We’re heading into the warmer months which means backyard lovers are getting ready to put their hammocks up for the season. Talking to your friends and neighbors about backyard projects is a great way to spend an afternoon outdoor. But…
I’m sure we’ve all been there before – you’re laying in your hammock and it feels a little tight around your body. You try to move, but the fabric is pulling against you and not giving at all. Your friends…
Hammocks are great for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. However, if you notice that your hammock is leaning to one side, it could be because of a few different reasons. The first step in correcting this issue is to figure…