by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Summer’s here, which means it’s time for warmer weather and fun in the pool. However, swimming does have risks: Did you know that around 5,000 children under the age of 14 are hospitalized each year due to drowning-related incidents? To ensure that your...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Some of my fondest memories as a child are of digging in the garden. What makes gardening so special is the many benefits that planting offers. The time and effort that you put into gardening is given back to you twofold in the form of fruits and vegetables for your...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Instead of discarding your food scraps and yard debris, why not put them to good use? Recycling organic material such as vegetable scraps and fallen leaves is an effective way to help plants grow while reducing waste. Known as composting, this natural process involves...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Warmer weather means spending more time under the sun’s rays. At this time of year, it’s especially important to keep yourself and your family safe by practicing proper sun protection. The sun’s ultraviolet rays have the power to damage your skin in...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Color plays a critical role in the design process. With color, you can capture a mood, highlight a special area, or make a bland room or patio more vibrant and welcoming. Adding color is also an easy way to update a space without having to make drastic changes or...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22, marking the anniversary of the modern environmental movement that began in 1970. To celebrate Earth Day, we often find ways to take care of the planet by picking up litter, planting trees, or organizing community-wide...