homeandgarden

Dispelling Aluminum Fence and Gate Myths

February 26, 2019 IFence USA 0

There are a number of fencing materials available when searching for a fence for your backyard.  There is also a lot of information available to consumers online, much of which is useful however, as with any information gained online you want to make sure it is not based on internet myths.  You don’t want to… Read more

Types of Network Infrastructures Explained

February 25, 2019 CPS 0

Network infrastructures are the mainstay of businesses today.  They are used to connect workstations together in a way that allows data to be shared with one another, it allows workstations the ability to access the internet, print documents, download attachments from emails, and so much more. Instead of managing a number of devices spread across… Read more

Common Myths about Cataracts

February 22, 2019 MI Lasik 0

When it comes to taking care of your eyes as you age you will certainly receive a lot of information both accurate and inaccurate.  Wading through the information received can be daunting.  Cataracts are often a center of myths and tales associated with seniors and vision care.  We have centered this installment around breaking the… Read more

A Sampling of Different LINAC Components and What They Do

February 22, 2019 Acceletronics 0

A drive stand is a large part of a linear accelerator.  It is a cabinet in the shape of a rectangle that is attached to the floor within the treatment room.  The horizontal axis bearings that the gantry rotates on are positioned within the drive stand. Components Within the Drive Stand Klystron or Magnetron RF… Read more

Hard Water Myths Dybunked

February 22, 2019 Reynolds Water 0

There are many myths surrounding hard water.  Although hard water is often not detrimental to your health it can be a considerable nuisance.  Below we will look further into the most common hard water myths and debunk them. Myth #1: Hard water is responsible for clogging ALL types of plumbing materials Truth: Hard water contains… Read more

Gutter Installation: Should Homeowners Hire a Professional or DIY

February 22, 2019 Kearns Brothers 0

There are plenty of homeowners who feel like hiring a professional contractor for jobs they deem “simple” is a waste of money.  We see it time and time again, do-it-yourselfers that get in over their heads and end up in a situation that costs them more than if they would have hired a professional from… Read more

Choosing A Fence For Your Backyard Swimming Pool

February 21, 2019 IFence USA 0

Pool safety has become more of a hot topic in recent years.  Children are naturally drawn to the water which can be a problem when unsupervised outdoors. On average over two hundred young children each year drown because of backyard swimming pool accidents.  With the prevalence of swimming pools within the last ten to fifteen… Read more

SEO Trends That Will Increase Website Visibility in the Coming Year

February 19, 2019 CPS 0

One of the most noticeable trends changing the way we optimize websites for search engine recognition is the use of Voice Search.  It is predicted that by the year 2020 more than thirty percent of all website sessions will be done without the use of a screen.  How is that possible, you ask?  Voice-only search… Read more

Warning Signs Of Cataracts

February 18, 2019 MI Lasik 0

Cataracts are a clouding in the lens of an eye that causes the impairment of an individual’s vision.  This eye disease affects over twenty-five million Americans that are 40 and over.  Once individuals have reached 75, over half of them will be diagnosed with cataracts.  As adults age the eye’s lens starts to yellow and… Read more

Removing Iron and Manganese from Well Water

February 18, 2019 Reynolds Water 0

How many homeowners can honestly say they would be okay drinking water from their taps that comes out brown?  ZERO, that’s how many!  Brown water occurs because of contamination in their water from Iron and Manganese, common elements found in well water.  Thankfully there are water treatment options available to remove these contaminants.  Both Iron… Read more