Author: By Ken Moon Special to The Gazette
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Around the House: Getting to the core of an apple issue
Dear Ken: I’ve been picking up apples on the lawn and driveway for what seems like half the summer. I’m tired of the mess. I hate to cut the branches off, because the tree is well-shaped and provides good shade. What can I do next season to avoid this? — Mark Answer: There are growth-…
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Around the House: Time for a check of your sprinkler system
We’re nearing the halfway point of the sprinkling season now, so it’s a good time to check the operation of your system. Most of us sprinkle early in the morning, so we never have a chance to see it in action. Sprinkler heads get bumped and tweaked all season long as you mow the lawn,…
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Around the House: Don’t retire water heater too soon
Dear Ken: My house needs a new water heater. Mine is about 12 years old, and I seem to remember that you recommend replacing a 40 gallon with a 50. Is that right? — Charles Answer: I think it’s a good idea. You’ll only pay about $100 more for the larger size; it’s worth it…