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Blog Posts in March, 2011

  • The "Buzz" about Pest Elimination

    Posted By MyGuy || 31-Mar-2011

    While in most cases "do it yourself" works perfectly fine, when it comes to pest control it is very important to contact a pest professional. Why, do you ask? Knowledge. A state certified pest professional has the level of knowledge that is required to solve your pest problems using Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM programs use current, comprehensive information on the life-cycles ...
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  • A clean refrigerator will run more efficiently

    Posted By MyGuy || 29-Mar-2011

    How often do you clean your refrigerator inside and outside? One of the things you should clean periodically around your house which is typically overlooked, are the coils that help cool the compressor of your refrigerator. Having these properly cleaned helps the refrigerator run more efficiently and cost you less on your power bill. There are special brushes that you can purchase to help with ...
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  • Is your car paint dull and lifeless

    Posted By MyGuy || 21-Mar-2011

    Did you know that living in our great state can be rather harsh on your vehicles exterior finish? The intense sun along with desert storms and pollution can actually cut the life expectancy of your cars paint, leaving it dull and lifeless. Washing your vehicle weekly and waxing your car or truck regularly (1-2 times a year) will actually prolong its finish. Keep in mind, not all automotive paint ...
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  • Garage Door Safety

    Posted By MyGuy || 19-Mar-2011

    Garage Door Safety A garage door is the largest moving object in the home. It is often operated by electric door openers. Proper installation, operation and maintenance and testing of the garage door and automatic opener are necessary to provide safe, trouble-free operation. An improperly adjusted garage door or automatic opener can exert deadly force when the door closes. This could lead to ...
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  • Spring Cleaning and Allergies

    Posted By MyGuy || 18-Mar-2011

    SPRING MEANS "Spring cleaning" and Allergies –ARE YOU PREPARED? The season for sniffles, watery eyes and sneezing is fast approaching, and so is the season for spring cleaning! Is there anything you can do to alleviate the symptoms of seasonal allergies? Absolutely–the answer is to allergy-proof your home. While not always easy, allergy-proofing your home is well worth your ...
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  • How is Your Nervous System

    Posted By MyGuy || 17-Mar-2011

    The Nervous System is Vitally Important to Our Health & Well Being. Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts that is based upon the fact that good health depends upon a healthy relationship between the nervous system and the spinal column. The practice of chiropractic deals with the concept of interference with normal nerve transmission and expression. It is based on the fact that abnormal ...
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  • Porcelain Verses Natural Stone

    Posted By MyGuy || 17-Mar-2011

    Did you know by remodeling your bathroom you can expect up to a 50% return on your Investment? Porcelain tile is an inexpensive way to remodel your bathroom. It has the same look and qualities of natural stone without the maintenance or expense. Porcelain tiles usually have a much lower water absorption rate than non-porcelain tiles making them less likely to fog. It shouldn't need to be ...
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  • Save Money and Energy Today

    Posted By MyGuy || 17-Mar-2011

    Save Money and Energy Today Let's face it- everyone is looking for ways to cut existing bills without feeling the pinch. Air Duct Cleaning can be one of the home maintenance projects that not only results in the obvious, cleaner healthier indoor air, but also results in savings on power bills and can extend the life of your HVAC system. The State of Arizona estimates that up to 33% of heating ...
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  • Give your Family the Gift of Clean Air

    Posted By MyGuy || 16-Mar-2011

    Getting a jump on Spring Cleaning? It is the ideal time to clean your HVAC system and air duct system. Accumulated dirt, dust, pet hair and dander, and the many allergens found here in the Valley may be circulating through your home. Inspect your system and completely clean your ducts and air handler and use the appropriate filtration for your home in order to keep it clean! Give yourself and your ...
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  • Clean your draperies every 2 years

    Posted By MyGuy || 10-Mar-2011

    Have you looked at your curtains lately? It is the area that most of us forget to dust or vacuum on a regular basis. Your draperies act like large filters in your home, trapping pollutants in the fabric. Experts recommend cleaning your draperies every 2 years to prolong the life of your investment. Contact MyGuy today to find a recommended expert drape cleaning company.
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  • Extend the Life of Your Gates

    Posted By MyGuy || 10-Mar-2011

    There are many things to consider when you are thinking about making an investment of a new gate. You should research to find the type of gate that suits your purpose. Do you want do you want to keep children and pets inside, intruders outside or is it just for decoration? There are a variety of gate sizes and materials to choose from. Depending on the type of material you are using it is ...
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  • Safety first for your Automotive

    Posted By MyGuy || 10-Mar-2011

    1. Automotive safety is all too often taken for granted; a few minutes of caution can often save lots of time on the road while avoiding a vehicle failure – plus adding safety for you and your family. Always perform a vehicle walk around to look for abnormalities. 2. Your first line of defense on the road is your tires. Be sure to always Inflate, Rotate and Evaluate. Proper tire pressure ...
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  • Get Ready for the Great Outdoors

    Posted By MyGuy || 9-Mar-2011

    Now is a great time to start cut backs needed to promote healthy growth on trees and shrubs. Installing any plants in the early spring helps promote the growth needed before the Arizona summer heat arrives. Many people here in Arizona opted for having an area in their yard where there is real grass for their children or dogs to play on. Learn more tips about the care and correct grass for your ...
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  • Reverse Osmosis System Saves You Money

    Posted By MyGuy || 8-Mar-2011

    A reverse osmosis system saves you money by eliminating the cost of bottled water. it's cleaner better tasting helps save the environment Just one cost for all the water you want. According to the Environmental Working Group, "WITH BOTTLED WATER, YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GETTING" Americans drink twice as much bottled water today as they did ten years ago. Bottled water ...
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  • Great tips for painting your home

    Posted By MyGuy || 5-Mar-2011

    Looking for ways to save money, protect your home's exterior, help the environment and make your house look good at the same time? There are many factors that make an ordinary Paint Job an excellent Paint job and it all starts with the preparation. If the project is not started right there is no paint product made that will last, so let's look at some things that will need to be done for ...
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  • Hardscapes for Your Backyard

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    Expand your living area into the Outdoors by creating an Outdoor Living/Entertainment using Hardscaping. Have you thought about extending your patio with pavers or flagstone? Why not create a walkway with additional sitting area around an outdoor Fire pit or Fireplace? Wouldn't it be nice to build a beautiful bar sitting area around your new outdoor kitchen? Did you know that you can receive a ...
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  • Increase the Value of Your Home

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    Increase the value of your home by increase while enjoying the outdoors. With most Americans feeling the pinch of a tough economy and a job market gone global, homeowners are increasingly looking to get more ‘bang for their buck’ from their residential investments. Many are looking outside their doors for inspiration. Many families are entertaining in our: outdoor living rooms cooking ...
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  • Maintain Your Car

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    Changing the engine oil according to the manufacturer’s recommendations is one of the best ways to keep your vehicle in top operating condition and keep your fuel costs low. Oil lubricates the moving parts of the engine, preventing metal-to-metal contact, minimizing friction and carrying away excess heat - all of which promote better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. Motor oil also ...
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  • Prepare for Homeownership

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    Are you ready to look and purchase your “Dream” home. 9 Ways to Prepare for Homeownership: 1. Decide what you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income. 2. Develop your home wish list. Then prioritize the features on your list. 3. Select where you want to live. Compile a list of three or four neighborhoods you'd ...
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  • Say, "I love you" when it is needed the most

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    A Personal Request to Family and Friends From a Grieving Loved One... I have just been through more than this heart can stand and request of all of you: Don't make me select your casket. Don't make me select the details of the type of service you want. I can bear the pain of choosing your songs, writing your obituary, picking out your clothes, anything – but please… ...
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  • Summer Car-Care Tip

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    With the summer heat and dry weather in Arizona, it is very important to polish and wax your vehicle to maintain the new car look as well as paint durability. Also remember summer time is leather treatment time. Leather will dry out and crack if not properly maintained, so be sure to apply the proper treatment. Please call MyGuy for information and advice on keeping your vehicle in great shape ...
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  • What To Do During a Tire Blowout

    Posted By MyGuy || 3-Mar-2011

    What To Do During A Tire Blowout The goal in any rapid loss of tire pressure or "blowout" is to keep the vehicle balanced and controllable. Do not panic. Any over-reaction by the driver - including slamming on the brakes or abruptly removing your foot from the accelerator - can result in a loss of vehicle control. In any blowout situation, it's important to remember the 2 things you ...
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  • Give Yourself a Tax Break.

    Posted By MyGuy || 2-Mar-2011

    What to do with Your Green? Give yourself a tax break. Most people believe income taxes will go up in the near future. One current way to protect yourself from being at the mercy of tax legislation is to open and fund your own Roth IRA. Any money you put in plus all of its earnings can be withdrawn, if done properly, income tax free. Some tax planning now could benefit you tremendously in ...
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  • It's Not Your Father's Oldsmobile Anymore

    Posted By MyGuy || 2-Mar-2011

    It's not your Father's Oldsmobile anymore, and the tires have changed as much or more than the automobile. Today you need to be concerned about things like UTQG "uniform tire Quality grading " load range and Speed Ratings. So how do you navigate thru all this very complicated information? The most important aspect of tire maintenance is proper inflation of your tires. Tire ...
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  • Paint Can Make a Dramatic Impact

    Posted By MyGuy || 2-Mar-2011

    New paint can make a dramatic impact in any room of your home. THE PDCA, Painting and Decorating Contractors of America, is helping to lead the charge to protect the earth and safe guard the environment. They actively promote the use of environmentally friendly project planning, surface preparation, proper painting and cleanup procedures. They support the development and use of new environmentally ...
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