Snow Shovelling Tips
We were asked today by a new comer to Canada about some tips for snow removal. At first I thought it was a strange question, then I thought a little more; what an amazing question. The gentleman was from Japan. He also wanted to know more about snow plowing. So here are our recommendations to make your battle with the weighty white nuisance a little easier. Stretch first Take it easy, don’t be in a hury to get outside. Sometime a little patience can nsure all of the snow has fallen so yoru are not doing multiple snow shovelling sessions. Stretch thoroughly, one of favoritie stretch is to...
Read MoreGun Control in the United States of America- Personal opinion
As a father first and foremost and then the owner of V.I.P. Home & Yard, my single goal in life is to ensure my children are safe. As a family with young children, the tragedy at Sandy Hook is very close to our collective hearts. Our prayers and thoughts are with the parents, sisters, brothers, family, emergency responders and the community that this terrible atrocity was unleashed upon. As a business owner in a small community, safe communities benefit everyone. The issues of this and the other mass atrocities that have happened in the USA are complex. The only connection that I can...
Read MoreWindow Cleaning Tip; Use you squeegee in a pattern
Window cleaning tip; Squeegee the insides of your widows from top to bottom and outsides from side to side. That way, if there’s a streak, you can see which side needs another pass with cleaning wash.
Read MoreFeeling a little Springy today ? Spring Preparation now
With the incredibly mild weather today, I was thinking of longer days and Spring and thought of this amazingly simple yet effective planter feature you can make. I was also thinking of the fresh smell of cut turf-grass and the wonderful emerald lawn color green. Layer spring bulbs in a frost-proof planter for staggered blooms when the weather warms. Larger bulbs, like daffodils, go in first, at 8 inches deep; then tulips, at 6 inches; and smaller bulbs, closer to the surface. This is an amazing landscape feature that is mobile and can adorn your front entrance or accent a porch way or...
Read MoreHoliday llighting – Kidproof / Petproof your decor
Christmas time is my favorite time of the year. We offer Christmas lighting for our customers and we wanted to address kid and puppy/kitten proofing. With a little child proof awareness, this festive season can be joyous and safe. Ornaments Stay away from those beautiful sharp, fragile or have small removable parts. Do not use any ornaments that resembles candy! Lighting Use lights and extension cords that are UL rated or certified by a Canadain testing group. Ensure extension cords are not frayed or twisted. Do not run long lengths of cord, this...
Read MoreLeaf removal; To mulch or not to Mulch that is the question
We are busy doing our leaf removal this time of the year and are often asked should I remove my leaves. If your property has many trees (which we think is beautiful) and you have a nice lawn beneath it. The answer is a resounding YES. If leaves are left they will rot and decay which will provides an anaerobic environment where the grass will suffocate underneath and will be decomposed with the leaves. It is a natural art of decomposition. If your property has immature or smaller trees and the eaves are relatively scattered throughout property you are best to mulch the leaves right on the...
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