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Home and Garden
May 18, 2020
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Enjoy Safe Backyard Barbecues This Summer
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Backyard barbecues are synonymous emphasize safety whether they’re
with warm weather. And why using gas grills, charcoal grills or
wouldn’t they be? Grilling over an smokers.
open flame when the weather is warm
embodies the relaxing spirit of spring • Only use grills outdoors. Grills
and summer, prompting many people should never be used indoors.
to leave their oven ranges behind in Even if rain unexpectedly arrives
favor of charcoal and gas grills. during a backyard barbecue, keep
the grill outside. If unexpected rain
As relaxing as backyard barbecues can is accompanied by lightning and
be, they can quickly take a turn for the thunder, extinguish the fire in the grill
worse if cooks don’t emphasize safety and go indoors.
when grilling out. According to the • Place the grill in a safe location.
National Fire Protection Association, Grills should be placed well away
an average of 9,600 home fires are from the home. Avoid locating grills
started by grills each year. In fact, near deck railings or beneath eaves
the Consumer Product Safety and overhanging branches. Cut
Commission notes that, between overgrown branches before lighting a
2012 and 2016, an average of 16,600 grill fire if they are in close proximity
patients went to the emergency room to the grill.
each year because of injuries involving • Keep your grill clean. The
grills. buildup of grease and fat, both on the
grill grate and in trays below the grill,
Such statistics only highlight the increases the risk of fire. Clean the grill
need to balance the fun of grilling routinely.
with safety when hosting a backyard
barbecue or cooking for the family. Properly light the grill. Lighting gas
The following are some steps people and charcoal grills requires caution.
can take to ensure their backyard Before lighting a gas grill, make sure
barbecues are safe. the lid is open. If you must use starter
fluid to light a charcoal grill, the NFPA
Recognize that gas grills pose a threat advises using only charcoal starter
as well. It’s easy to assume gas grills fluid. Never add any fluids to the fire
don’t pose as great a threat as charcoal after it has been lit. in your stead. Lit grills pose a threat accidents and injuries.
grills, which produce soaring flames to children and pets, and unattended
once the charcoal is lit. But the NFPA Do not leave a grill unattended. grills can be blown over by gusts of Grilling is a favorite summertime
notes that gas grills are involved in Cooks should never leave a lit grill wind or tipped by wild animals, such
7,900 home fires per year. No grill unattended. If you must leave the grill, as squirrels. Standing by a lit grill at activity. For more information about
is completely safe, and cooks must only do so if another adult can stand all times can protect against such grilling safety, visit www.nfpa.org.
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A
ccording to the National a person touches flames or fire or 911 immediately if infants or seniors burn with a dry, sterile gauze bandage
Fire Protection hot molten liquid or steam. Thermal suffer any burns, even if the burn or with a clean bed sheet or cloth. Do
Association, roughly burns also can result when touching a does not appear severe. Treatment not attempt to remove clothing that
half of the injuries hot object, such as cooking pans, irons will depend on the severity and is stuck to the burned area. In such
involving grills are or heated appliances. WebMD advises location of the burn. In the immediate instances, cut around the clothing
thermal burns. Of the approximately burn sufferers to call 911 immediately aftermath of a thermal burn, Stanford
16,600 patients who visit emergency if the burn penetrates all layers of the ChildrenÕs Health advises cooling and leave the burn intact. Resist
rooms for injuries involving grills each skin; if the skin appears leathery or the affected area with cold water any temptation to apply ointments,
year, 8,200 are treated for thermal charred, with white, brown or black or a cold compress until the pain is oils or sprays to the burned area, as
burns. UPMC HealthBeat notes that patches; or if the hands, feet, face, or reduced or alleviated. Avoid breaking these should only be applied when
thermal burns typically occur when genitals are burned. In addition, call any blisters that form, and protect the prescribed by a doctor.
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The Benefits of Backyard Koi Ponds
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Koi ponds can make for beautiful
additions to landscaped backyards or Koi can become a low-maintenance
home gardens. While many people family pet. These fish tend to grow
are drawn to koi ponds because of accustomed to having people around,
their aesthetic appeal, there are many and will often interact with visitors at
additional reasons for homeowners to the surface of the water. It’s not unusual
consider installing koi ponds in their to have koi beg for food or take food
backyards. from a person’s hand. They also may
tolerate some light handling.
Ponds and water gardens can transform
yards rather quickly. Ponds can add Another benefit of koi ponds is that
appeal to otherwise mundane yards they create a miniature ecosystem
and provide eye-catching, relaxing within the yard. When stocked with
spots to sit and enjoy the scenery. aquatic plants and other fish that
can help keep mosquito larvae and
Koi ponds have recently fallen into other parasites at bay, they can sustain
a favor with homeowners in North themselves quite nicely. Ponds also
America, but these popular water can attract birds and beneficial insects,
features date back several centuries such as butterflies and dragonflies. By
to Asia. Centuries ago, Chinese rice implementing straight vertical walls on
farmers began keeping carp in their rice the perimeter of the pond and setting
paddies, and that practice eventually up some natural barriers, homeowners
caught on in Japan. The fish started to can avoid unwanted predators from
breed and form slight color variations. disturbing their koi ponds. stress, as unwinding next to a pond Homeowners may connect with
Koi, often referred to as “Nishikigoi,” and watching the fish swim by can help others who share their passion for koi
are actually descendants of the Koi ponds also provide some individuals decompress. and water features. This opens up the
common carp, though the koi of today psychological benefits. The sound of Homeowners who have koi ponds may opportunity to share the landscape and
are more brightly hued and ornamental the water can be soothing and relaxing. also benefit socially from these eye- pond with others, building new friends
fish than carp. Sitting by the pond may help alleviate catching additions to their landscapes. and relationships in the process.
Prevent the Hazard of Overloaded
Electrical Circuits
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A home is a safe haven for its residents. Safety Foundation International, the notes that home fires contribute to outlet. Only one heat-producing
No matter what’s going on at school or following are some potential indicators hundreds of deaths and more than appliance should be plugged into a
the office, many people know they can that circuits are overloaded. 1,500 injuries each year. Such fires also receptacle outlet at any given time.
relax in comfort and safety when they hit homeowners in their pocketbooks, • Consider adding new outlets to your
arrive home at the end of a day. • Flickering, blinking or dimming lights causing an estimated $1.4 billion in home. Heavy reliance on extension
• Frequently tripped circuit breakers or property damage annually. cords indicates that your home does not
Safety at home is something that blown fuses have enough outlets. Bring in a qualified
can be taken for granted until it’s too • Warm or discolored wall plates Prevention is another key component electrician to inspect your home to
late. The National Fire Protection • Cracking, sizzling or buzzing from when safeguarding a home and its determine if more outlets are necessary.
Association notes that each year more receptacles residents from fires sparked by electrical • Recognize that power strips only add
than 47,000 home fires in the United • Burning odor coming from failures of malfunctions. The ESFI offers additional outlets; they do not change
States are caused by electrical failure or receptacles or wall switches the following tips to prevent electrical the amount of power being received
malfunction. • Mild shock or tingle from appliances, overloads. from the outlet.
receptacles or switches.
Overloaded electrical circuits are a • Never use extension cords or multi- Fires sparked by electrical circuit
frequent culprit in residential fires. Learning to recognize the signs of outlet converters for appliances. overload pose a significant threat.
Fortunately, overloaded circuits are overloaded circuits is an important step • All major appliances should be Thankfully, such fires are preventable.
preventable. According to the Electrical in making homes safe, as the NFPA plugged directly into a wall receptacle Learn more at www.esfi.org.
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How to Plant a Tree for Successful Growth
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More sunlight and warm where roots can crack concrete or
temperatures frequently inspire asphalt, and always plant away from
homeowners to spend more time in underground pipes.
the great outdoors during spring and
summer. Planting the Tree
Outdoor projects often top
homeownersÕ to-do lists in spring Now it is time to amend the soil.
and summer, with gardens and ItÕs not enough to enrich only the
landscapes taking center stage. soil in the hole where the tree will be
Planting more trees around the placed. Move out into a circular area
yard is one popular project that can beyond where the roots will start so
improve property value and benefit that roots can expand and properly
the environment. anchor the tree. The next method
of success is to ensure that the tree
Why Plant Trees? has a large enough hole to contain
the existing root ball and allow for
There are plenty of reasons to plant roots to grow and expand. Better
trees. Trees provide a natural form Homes and Gardens experts say to
of shade, reducing air temperature
prepare a hole that is two to three
by blocking the sunÕs rays. This can
reduce reliance on air conditioning times as wide as the root ball of the
systems and make it more tree. Treat the root ball gently. If the
comfortable to spend time outdoors roots are wrapped in burlap, remove
during the summer. the burlap or push it to the bottom
North Carolina State University of the hole.
College of Agriculture & Life Backfill the hole with soil and check
Sciences says trees absorb and block that the tree is straight. Stake the tree
Learn the right way to plant a tree to improve the
noise and reduce glare. They also landscape and the environment.
to help it stay upright and straight
can trap dust, pollen and smoke. until the roots anchor it more
Trees also absorb carbon dioxide select a tree that will be hardy in the perimeter of the container and effectively. A layer of mulch around
and potentially harmful gasses from your planting zone. Choosing native surround the trunk. Trees should the base of the tree can prevent
the air. One large tree can supply a trees can increases the likelihood not have any dead or dormant weeds and reduce water loss. Water
dayÕs worth of oxygen for as many daily for several weeks until the
that the new tree will adapt to its branches. roots have fanned out.
as four people, while also storing 13
pounds of carbon per year. surroundings. Also, inspect trees The DIY Network suggests locating ItÕs best to leave trees be for the
to determine if theyÕre healthy the tree where it can thrive. This first growing season, only removing
Getting Started before taking them home. Look for means selecting a spot that can make broken or diseased limbs. Resist
evidence of root girdling, which it easier for the tree to grow tall and pruning and shaping until the tree
Visit a garden center or nursery and occurs when the roots circle around wide. Avoid planting near the house, has survived its first growing season.
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7 things to consider when buying a shed
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Backyard sheds can be useful yard and thinking about the uses
assets. Sheds can create storage for the shed. If you plan to store
space in the garage, basement or pool floats and chemicals inside
other areas of the house that have of the shed, it should be located
become gathering spots for gear close enough to the pool to be
typically used outdoors. Sheds are convenient. Look at the lay of
ideal for housing mowers, tools the land. If there is a soggy patch
and even pool-care equipment. of land that can turn swampy
But they can be put to other uses under the shed’s foundation, that
as well, such as being key spots is a poor location choice. If you
to engage in hobbies or even as a need access to electricity, placing
child’s clubhouse. it far away from the house could
necessitate running expensive
Various factors should be wiring.
considered before building or
buying a shed. A storage shed 3. Consider the design. Just
can be a significant investment. because a shed is for storage
Once placed, sheds may remain doesn’t mean aesthetics should
in their dedicated spots for years be overlooked. Choose a shed
to come. That means careful style that complements your
thought should go into the home. You may also want to
planning process. match certain architectural
1. Check your local building features, like arched doorways or
codes first. Before you accumulate dormers. Design also may relate
building materials or order a to practicality. For instance,
shed, be sure to know the ins and storing a riding mower inside 5. Prepare the site well. A proper
outs of shed codes. The codes may necessitate dual doors that foundation for the shed is almost 7. Deck out the interior. Use
may impact the shed’s placement, open widely. as important as the shed itself. every storage tool at your
construction, the materials used, You cannot just drop the shed on disposal to maximize floor, wall
size, and numerous other factors. 4. Invest in quality materials. the lawn and leave it, as the shed and even rafter space for storage.
It’s much easier to amend plans Spending a little more and using can sink or structural issues may Plan where items will be kept and
beforehand than to face the quality materials can ensure it arise if it is placed on a weak base. customize the storage options
hassle and expense after learning lasts long enough to be cost- around those locations.
you did things incorrectly. effective. The right materials will 6. Blend into the environment.
be resistant to splitting, cracking, Surround the shed with shrubs Sheds can be an asset and
2. Choose placement wisely. decay, and insect damage. or plants so that it blends into the improve storage capability in the
Spend several days assessing the yard and complements the space. backyard.
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Essentials for a bathroom remodel
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What began as a utilitarian space may continuously run through
for personal sanitation has, in the pipes or there may be a pump
modern times, transformed into underneath a sink. Either way,
one of the most coveted rooms one needn’t wait for the water to
in the house. Bathrooms have warm up any longer.
become a place to relax and
unwind, and new bathrooms are • Double undermount sinks:
on the tops of many homeowners’ Bathroom time is at a premium,
wishlists. especially when people must
prepare and leave the house
Bathrooms can be as lavish together. Rather than jockeying
as budgets allow. Wish lists for position around a single
can include everything from sink, dual sinks enable more
luxurious soaking tubs to breathing room and time
rainfall showerheads to chaise efficiency. Undermount sinks
lounges to televisions or home are easy to clean because there
entertainment systems contained is no lip around where the sink redoing the shower, account for closed away from the rest of the
in the space. Those contemplating meets the vanity, preventing the various shower heads so that the bathroom. It’s more private and
their own bathroom renovations accumulation of grime and gunk. water can cascade across the body convenient this way.
may draw inspiration from the more completely. This provides a
following features. • Glass-free shower: Soap scum spa experience at home. • Heated flooring: You need not
and water deposits can form worry about stepping out of a
• Hot water recirculation on shower doors, even for • Touchless faucets and soap warm shower onto a cold floor
system: Few things can be as homeowners who are diligent dispensers: These aren’t just
when heated flooring is part
disappointing as desiring a hot with cleaning. A sizable shower for public bathrooms anymore.
of the equation. This option
bath or shower only to find that prevents water spray and affords Touchless faucets and dispensers
is available in various flooring
the hot water tank has been the ability to forgo glass doors or are more sanitary and convenient.
drained. The home remodeling curtains, thereby cutting down materials as well.
company Normandy Remodeling on cleaning and making the room • Separate toilet room: A shared
says that water recirculation feel more modern. bath almost necessitates this type Remodeling a bathroom boils
systems provide on-demand hot of set-up. The toilet is housed down to certain coveted features
water. In such systems, hot water • Multihead shower: When inside its own small space and that can really set a space apart.
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W
hen planning water needs together helps to example, aerating soil helps to keep plants healthy. In addition,
spring landscapes, conserve water, which can be an improve water flow to plants’
homeowners using low-water-using types of
especially useful strategy if or roots and reduces water runoff,
should always when drought restrictions go into helping to ensure that plants get grass can help homeowners who
group plants with similar water effect in summer. Homeowners all of the water they need while live in areas prone to drought
needs together. According to also can embrace additional reducing the likelihood that
the U.S. Department of Energy, strategies to landscape with homeowners will have to use conserve water while still
grouping plants with similar water conservation in mind. For excessive amounts of water to maintaining lush, green lawns.12 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE | MAY 18, 2020 HOME & GARDEN INSERT 2020 www.JamestownGazette.com
The secrets to being an organized family
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Modern families seem to be sort the next day’s clothes before
juggling more than ever before. going to bed. Such efforts should
When time seems to be a luxury, make it easier to get out of the
an ability to stay organized can house on time each morning.
help families manage the hustle
and bustle of daily life more Sort the Entryway
effectively.
Home entryways are usually hubs
An online survey conducted by an of traffic. Such areas are the first
internal research team on behalf and last place family members
of The Huffington Post polled go when entering or leaving the
more than 1,000 American adults house. As a result, these areas
in 2013, revealing 84 percent are in need of some routine
of recently stressed Americans organizational attention. Use
say they worry that their home sorting bins for shoes, hooks for
isnÕt clean or organized enough. coats, trays for mail or homework,
Within that group, 55 percent and other sorting equipment to
cited disorganization at home as keep things tidy and orderly.
a source of recent stress.
Disorganization does not occur Embrace the Purge
overnight, and neither will
getting re-organized. But with Take a hard look at what you use
some motivation, all families canand what you don’t use around
become more orderly. the house. Holding on to items
you rarely use can contribute to
Manage Mornings clutter and create a disorganized When messes start to creep up, it is probably time to commit to getting
home. Save only a few sentimental more organized.
Families can usually use more items, donating, recycling or
help getting out of the house discarding the others. such as holiday decorations, can
each morning in a timely manner. Many organizational experts Analyze what you have and then be stored out of the way.
Each member of the household suggest going through items one find sensible storage solutions.
should have a designated area by one and asking oneself if this It takes commitment and time
where they keep the items they is something that has been used Store belongings in the same
to get organized. However, life
will need for the next morning. recently. If it’s been collecting place each day so items are easy
to find when needed. Frequently tends to move along much more
Backpacks and briefcases should dust for a year or more, it can go.
be prepacked, and lunches made used items should be easily smoothly in organized homes
the night before. In addition, Sensible Storage accessible. Seldom used items, than homes marked by clutter.
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5 outdoor projects that add value
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Exterior renovations can enhance • Fire pit: A fire pit can be used
the appearance of a property for much of the year. In the
and make it more enjoyable for spring and summer, the firepit
homeowners. Certain renovations is a great place to congregate to
have the potential to add value roast marshmallows or sip wine
to a home, while others may do and gaze into the fire. In the
the opposite. Learning which fall, the fire pit can make for a
one have the largest return on cozy retreat. A fire pit that has a
investment can help homeowners gas burner is low-maintenance,
select features that will have the and the National Association of
most positive impact. Landscape Professionals says
that most can recoup about
Curb appeal goes a long way $4,000 of their $6,000 average
toward attracting potential price tag.
buyers. According to the National • Softscaping: Hardscaping
Association of Realtors, first
refers to structures like outdoor
impressions of a property have
kitchens or decks. Softscaping
a strong influence on buyers.
involves the living elements
Landscaping and external
of the landscape. Hiring a
features can do much to influence
landscape designer to install
such impressions. .
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Container Gardening Tips
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Gardening is beneficial in various your containers are small.
ways. The AARP states that some • Choose the right soil. Fill
of the health perks associated with containers with a commercial
gardening include improved mood, potting soil rather than soil from
increased vitamin D levels (which the garden. Garden soil can dry
benefits bones and immune system) into a solid mass, while commercial
and reduced risk of dementia. mixtures have amendments like
In addition, if gardening efforts peat moss, vermiculite, compost,
include growing herbs, fruits and and other ingredients to help with
vegetables, it can be a cost-effective soil texture and moisture retention.
way to eat healthy. • Mix it up. When planting
containers of flowers and other
For gardeners without sufficient greenery, Good Housekeeping says
space or for those with mobility to include “a thriller, a spiller and
issues, container gardening can be a filler” as a good rule of thumb.
an ideal way to grow everything The thriller is the focal point, the
from flowers to vegetables. Better spiller a trailing plant, and a filler
Homes & Gardens says most plants
has smaller leaves or flowers to add
are not fussy about the containers
bulk and color.
in which they grow so long as
some of their basic needs are met. • Poke holes. Drainage holes
This means watering correctly for are essential so that soil will not
the type of plant, and ensuring become waterlogged. Holes don’t
sufficient drainage. need to be large, but there should
be enough of them so that excess
The following are some other ways water can drain out readily.
container gardening efforts can • Select the right container
prove successful. material. Container materials may
be affected by gardeners’ budgets,
• Watch water. Planet Natural personal taste and other factors.
Research Center says plants with For those who live in hot climates,
thin leaves typically need ample selecting a light-colored container
water, and plants with thick leaves can help prevent further soil heat
need less. Use this as a guideline to absorption.
gauge water needs.
• Size correctly. Plants should be Container gardening is a healthy
sized to the container. Consider and enjoyable activity that can pay
dwarf varieties of certain plants if dividends in various ways.
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Why is my house so dusty and what can I do?
Article Contributed by Metro Creative Graphics, Inc.
Spring is a season of rebirth and Technology. Traditional vacuums
renewal. As trees and flowers may toss that dust into the air
bloom anew, many people get rather than remove it. However,
renewed vigor to tackle projects vacuums with HEPA (high
in and around the house. efficiency particulate air) filters
can catch particles at .3 microns
Spring cleaning projects can in size or larger at an efficiency
take on many forms, from garage rating of 99.97 percent. Another
overhauls to washing the interiors solution is to switch to hard-
and exteriors of windows. surface flooring, which is less
According to the 2019 American likely to trap dust.
Cleaning Institute National
Cleaning Survey conducted by Change the AC unit filter
Wakefield Research, 77 percent According to Kadi Dulude, owner
of households surveyed commit of the New York-based Wizard of
to spring clean projects every Homes cleaning service, HVAC
year. filters are supposed to trap
particles that flow through the Dry dusting can simply spread dust around.
Use a wet cloth to catch dust and remove it.
Dust is a formidable foe during air and the heating and cooling
spring cleaning projects. Dust system. Inadequate or dirty filters
particularly synthetic fabrics. a home, but no matter how short
is unsightly and dust mites can cannot do that job as thoroughly
Replacing items around the their coats, pet dander can be part
trigger allergic reactions. But as new filters. Check the filters in
house with leather or wooden of the dust problem. Washing and
many homeowners lament that, both window and whole-house
once they dust, dust returns in a AC or heating units and replace furniture may alleviate some of grooming pets regularly may put
flash. Dust may seem like a never- according to the recommended the dust problem. a dent in the dust situation.
ending nuisance, but there are schedule. Consider filters with
some ways to mitigate dust for a higher MERV rating, which Take off shoes
In addition to these suggestions,
more than just a few hours. can catch smaller particles, Dirt and debris from outside can
getting a whole-house filtration
suggests Ragsdale Heating, Air & contribute to dust in the house.
Remove shoes when entering the system, increasing wet dusting
Invest in a better vacuum cleaner Plumbing company.
house to reduce the accumulation and checking for leaky ducts that
Vacuuming carpets can release
and resuspend dust and allergens Use less cloth and linen of dust. can be sucking dust from attics,
that were trapped in carpeting The cleaning service Maid basements or garages are some
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Pool Safety Starts with Prevention
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Pools make some backyards the
places to be in late spring and
throughout summer. Lazy summer
afternoons are a lot more enjoyable
when they’re spent in or alongside
a pool, and kids tend to say “I’m
bored” with considerably less
frequency when a pool is within
arm’s reach.
Pools are certainly fun, but they’re
only as fun as they are safe.
According to the USA Swimming
Foundation, between Memorial
Day and Labor Day in 2018, at
least 148 children younger than age
15 fatally drowned in swimming
pools or spas. While those figures
represented a 9 percent decline
from the year prior, 148 deaths is
still 148 lives lost too early.
Pool safety need not come at the
expense of summer fun. In fact,
homeowners can employ various
preventive measures to reduce the
risk of pool-related accidents on
their properties.
addition, the ICC recommends Install a pool alarm. Pool alarms pools, spas or hot tubs. At the end
¥ Inspect gates around your pool. padlocking other gates around the can alert homeowners to accidental of each pool session, cover the pool,
The International Code Council¨, property. or unauthorized entrance into even during the height of summer
a member-focused association the water. The ICC recommends when pools are used daily. The
dedicated to the construction of safe, Remove objects around pedestrian installing such alarms while noting minor task of covering the pool is
sustainable, affordable, and resilient gates. Kids can climb up on chairs, that they should not be considered worth the considerably lower risk
structures, advises homeowners to tables, large toys, and other objects a substitute for barrier fences or of accident or injury if pools remain
inspect all pedestrian gates in the left around pool gates to gain access safety covers. uncovered.
barrier fences around their pools. to pools even when their parents
Such gates should be self-closing arenÕt looking or even home. Such Install automatic or manually Summer afternoons at the pool can
and self-latching, as both features items should be removed. operated pool covers. Pool covers be made much safer by adhering to
ensure gates are always closed. In can effectively prevent access to
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How to Test Home Water Quality
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Water is essential for life. Generally
speaking, a human can go without
food for about three weeks, but
typically would perish without
water after just three to four days.
When people consume water, they
are doing so with the assumption
or hope that the water is clean and
free from harmful contaminants.
Even though municipal water
systems filter and test water
supplies, the company EcoWater
Systemsª says some of the most
common tap water contaminants
they encounter actually enter
water sources after they have
been tested at treatment facilities.
Drinking water may contain small
amounts of contaminants that are
not unsafe to consume at certain
levels. However, at higher levels,
these same substances can be
problematic.
Contaminants can include Anyone who knows there may be a can contact their local water
hydrogen sulfide, raised acidic problem with the ground water or supplier or their landlords. People also can buy test kits from
levels, arsenic, lead, nitrates, and drinking water in their area or who their local home centers or online.
microbiologicals, which include notices a change in water odor, Testing can be initiated by These tests come with a package
viruses, protozoan and parasites. color and taste can request more contacting one’s local health of strips that contain reactants
Homeowners can take proactive information. department, which may provide that change color to indicate the
approaches to test their water to free private well or drinking water presence of various contaminants
determine if it contains potentially One place to start is with a testing, advises the Environmental in the water. Keep in mind that
harmful levels of contaminants. Consumer Confidence Report. Protection Agency. Homeowners quality control may vary, and that
This is especially crucial for those Most people on municipal water also can reach out to a state- tests can give false readings.
who rely on residential well water, should receive an annual water certified laboratory to test drinking
which is not subject to the same quality report called a CCR, or water. These organizations can Testing drinking water can alert
testing as municipal systems. Consumer Confidence Report, provide the most accurate results. to potential problems and compel
states Consumer Reports. People Call the Safe Drinking Water homeowners to take action
who rent or didnÕt receive one Hotline at 800-426-4791. regarding contaminated water.
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