4 Benefits of Salt-Free Water Filtration Systems

The two most popular ways to remove hard minerals from water is with either a salt-based water softener or a salt-free water softener. Salt-free water softeners offer many benefits. #1 More Affordable If cost is a major factor that is impacting your decision on whether to install a water softener, a salt-free water filtration system is the way to go. Salt-free systems are generally considerably less expensive and are a great way to protect the plumbing in your home if you are on a budget but are also experiencing hard water. [Read More]

Hands-Off Hydration For Your Flower Garden: How To Choose The Best Irrigation System For Delicate Flowers

A flower garden adds beauty to your property, but watering your plants by hand is often a nuisance — this is especially true if you live in a hot area, as you'll often need to water them very early in the morning. An automated irrigation system allows you easily keep your flowers hydrated without your intervention, but not all of them are suitable for flower gardens. Impact sprinklers that are designed to water large sections of lawn are a poor choice for flower beds — the high-pressure water from an impact sprinkler can destroy blossoming flowers, even if they're placed far away from your flower garden. [Read More]

When Wild Rats Move in to Play with Your Pet Rats

Lots of people have pet rats and love them. What they don't love, though, is finding that the rats that they love aren't the only rats living in their home. If you have pet rats and are dealing with an invasion of wild rats, you must act fast. Here, you'll find out what can go wrong if you allow the rats to continue residing in your home and what you can do to eliminate the unwanted rats for good. [Read More]

7 Hand-Made Holiday Gifts For Everyone On Your List

Christmas doesn't have to be about the latest electronic gadget. It doesn't have to be about more, or bigger, or better. It should be about friends and family sharing good food, laughing, and exchanging gifts made with love from the heart. Whether you are crafty or not, there is something on the list below for everyone you know.  1. Knit Scarf: Everyone needs a scarf to keep out the cold winter air and prevent it from sneaking down their back. [Read More]