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  • 5 Tips On Avoiding Problems With Your Septic Tank

    Septic tanks are how most homes that are not connected to a sewer system process their waste water. They are very effective at removing the hazardous materials from waste water as long as they, and the surrounding drainage field, are properly maintained and septic pumping is done on a regular basis. Thankfully, it is not difficult to maintain a septic tank system. Just a few simple steps should prevent septic tank problems and allow your system to keep you and your family living comfortably and safely.
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  • Tips For Illuminating Your Yard With Solar Landscape Lights

    Solar energy has a lot of beneficial uses, and one of them is how it makes installing landscape lighting so much easier. Solar power is ideal for outdoor lights because you won't have to bury electrical cords or place the lights near a traditional source of power. Plus, there are many kinds of solar lights you can buy to decorate your yard to give it nice visual appeal as well as light and security.
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  • Getting Rid Of The Junk Car? 3 Creative Ways To Re-Purpose The Parts

    Are you tired of looking at that junk car that's sitting in your yard? If you are, you might want to sell it to a junkyard (such as Full Circle Recycling). They'll haul the eyesore away and give you some cash for it. If you want to get creative, strip it down before you ship it off. There are a lot of different ways you can re-purpose those old car parts.
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  • 4 Steps To Scrapping Metal: The Cold, Hard Truth

    Recycling is on the rise. In an effort to decrease their carbon footprint, millions of people around the world are sending paper, glass, plastic, and aluminum to the recycler. But in many cases, they are overlooking another opportunity to reduce and reuse--recycling scrap metal.  Metal Scrap Recylcing According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the nation's metal scrap recycling industry processes more than 60 million tons of scrap metal each year.
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  • Should You Choose A Portable Or Standby Generator For Home?

    A generator can be a good tool to have in case of a power outage at home; they can keep your appliances running and ensure that your home's alarm system is working. They are also a must-have for those who use certain types of medical equipment at home. When shopping for generators you might choose a standby model or a portable model. Consider a few factors about your choices so you can make your decision.
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  • The Dos And Don'ts Of A Successful Garage Sale

    So, you've finally decided to get rid of some of the clutter around your home. You've hired a junk removal service, like A. Viera Disposal & Sanitation, Inc., to get rid of any trash and have set aside piles of items you no longer use. Before you think about pitching those items, consider whether somebody else might get some use out of them. You can cut down on landfill waste by donating or selling some of those items; if you plan on selling, holding a garage sale can be an excellent way to make a profit (and offset some of the costs of hiring that junk removal company).
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