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Linda Cottin
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- Fix-It Chick: Gutter repair
- May 20, 2013
- A leaky gutter, left unattended, can damage even the best foundation. Periodic checks of guttering, followed by the proper repair of any leaks, are an essential part of general home maintenance.
- Fix-It Chick: Eliminate weeds with proven methods
- May 13, 2013
- Though it can be argued that weeds are not our enemy, uncontrolled fields of dandelion, chickweed, ground ivy or wild onions can unnerve even the most passive groundskeeper.
- Fix-It Chick: Shake the rust off outdoor objects
- May 6, 2013
- Whether it is a hand rail, an outdoor patio chair or a mailbox, refinishing rusty metal is a straightforward project.
- Fix-It Chick: How to get rid of voles
- April 29, 2013
- Unlike moles, who tunnel below ground in search of worms and grubs, voles tunnel at or near the surface of the ground, feeding off plants, roots and other vegetation. Vole damage to crops, lawns and trees can be extensive.
- Fix-It Chick: Get low to install a pop-up drain
- April 22, 2013
- The hardest part of installing a pop-up drain in an existing sink is maneuvering beneath the sink to do it.
- Fix-It Chick: Tips for tuning up your bike
- April 15, 2013
- When it comes to bicycles, home maintenance is not a substitute for professional service, but an annual home tune-up can make your riding experience safer and more enjoyable while adding years of life to your bicycle. By Linda Cottin
- Fix-It Chick: Replace a wooden ax handle
- April 8, 2013
- Replacing an ax handle can be a daunting task, but for higher-quality ax heads, replacing a broken handle with a well-seasoned, kiln-dried one makes sense. By Linda Cottin
- Fix-It Chick: Eradicate emerald ash borers
- April 1, 2013
- The emerald ash borer is a half-inch-long metallic green beetle that feeds on ash trees. Native to Asia, the EAB was first discovered in the U.S. in 2002. Since that time, it has killed tens of millions of ash trees.
- Fix-It Chick: Install a backup sump pump
- March 25, 2013
- Any home that is dependent on a sump pump to stay dry should have a good backup plan. Installing a battery powered backup sump pump is a great solution.
- Fix-It Chick: Extend growing season with low tunnels
- March 18, 2013
- Building low tunnels over existing garden beds can extend the growing season and protect crops from insect damage.
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