Month: January 2022
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Winter Birds
Winter Birds Myths and Facts Do birds get cold? When it comes to winter birds, it seems there are even more myths than usual. Some people worry birds will freeze on cold nights or in bird baths. Myth: Birds will freeze to death when temperatures drop below zero. Fact: Birds are well equipped to survive…
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Woodpeckers
Why do woodpeckers peck and how to stop it? While many birds sing to claim their territories, woodpeckers have a different method. Woodpeckers knock on hard surfaces like wood to communicate with others and attract a mate. One bird may drum more than 8,000 times per day, and a downy woodpecker typically strikes 16 times…
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Furniture Removal
Use organizations to pick up furniture you want to get rid of Are you wanting to clear out household items without having to leave home? Some people start the new year with the urge to purge their home of clutter and unwanted items. Once you’ve decided what to get rid of, the issue becomes figuring…
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Winter Bulbs
How to force bulbs indoors during the winter Forcing bulbs is essentially tricking them into thinking spring has arrived. Here’s what to know about forcing bulbs. How to force bulbs indoors Essentially the process is similar to the one outdoors, except you are planting the bulbs in pots, and simulating the old, dark winter conditions…
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Outdoor Faucets
Winterize your outdoor plumbing Even though you are probably not using your outdoor faucet or spigot as much during the winter as you do during the summer, that doesn’t mean you can just forget about it for the whole season. If your outdoor faucet, pipes, and water inside them freeze, you may be in for…