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Dead or Alive: Gauge the health of your trees with these easy tips

September 14, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Dead or Alive
Gauge the health of your trees with these easy tips

Johnson County LIVING WELL Magazine

Kansas, along with the rest of the central plains region, has been experiencing an extreme heat wave. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), 2012 has been the warmest year on record thus far. January – March 2012 has been the warmest on record since 1895 and according to The Weather Channel, Kansas experienced its third warmest April ever. […]

Are Rain Gutters Really Important?

July 24, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Are Rain Gutters Really Important?
By Rick Greene, General Manager, LeafGuard of Colorado, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Rain gutters are small but critical components of a building’s roofing system and a long-term investment in the infrastructure of your home. Millions of feet of gutter are installed each year throughout the country, yet there is very little information available to educate or guide consumers when they’re installing or replacing gutters. Gutters.com is a great site to get more information on gutters and help you make informed choices when replacing or choosing a gutter syst […]

Just Outside Your Door – creating an amazing outdoor living space

June 10, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Just Outside Your Door
Retreat to your amazing outdoor living space. Hardscaping is all about creating
your personal escape.

Courtesy Tinberg Hardscapes, Johnson County LIVING WELL Magazine
Today’s homeowners are looking beyond the backyard deck as just a place to barbeque. Instead, the focus is on creating an outdoor space that is well designed, has ambiance and amenities. Outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, pergolas and fountains all reflect the move toward creating a backyard oasis. […]

Get your home in shape for warmer weather

May 19, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Spring is here!
Get your home in shape for warmer weather
By Steve Vaughan, Victory Services, Johnson County LIVING WELL Magazine
Along with the beautiful blooms, balmy weather and open windows comes the need for spring cleaning and repairs, the chance to prepare for saving money during the summer to come and the opportunity to learn some valuable information about service providers.
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How to keep your yard beautiful during drought conditions – Fallas Landscape

April 13, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Keeping Your Lawn and Landscape Beautiful During Drought Conditions
Courtesy Fallas Landscape, Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine
Homeowners know the importance of water in maintaining a beautiful lawn and landscape. During times of drought cities must enact water restriction plans to conserve their water supply. You can still keep your lawn in good condition even when water is restricted. […]