The Top 10 Rules of
High-Mileage Car Maintenance - (ARA) - Americans
are keeping their vehicles longer and driving farther than ever before. Today,
the average age of vehicles on the road is greater than nine years and more
than 68 percent of vehicles have more than 75,000 miles. As a vehicle's engine
ages, its performance decreases and oil starts to break down at a faster rate.
Over time, seals be...
The "Environmentally Friendly" Lawn - Organic
or conventional fertilizer?(NC)-A well-maintained lawn acts like a giant air
filter, constantly removing pollutants and carbon dioxide, and replenishing the
oxygen supply.A lawn is a valuable addition to every home environment,
regardless of its size. Today , most homeowners want to keep their lawn looking
green and healthy so it adds beaut...
Air
purifiers and air filters can help the health of Allergy and Asthma sufferers. - Indoor
air pollution in the form of dander, dust and pollen particulate matter can be
a real irritant for suffers of asthma, allergies and other respiratory
conditions. In addition to removal of all direct irritant sources and
minimizing the irritant containment materials in your house, you should also
consider the indoor ventilation and filtration...
Maximize Your Fuel Efficience - With
the escalating price of gas, buying a fuel-efficient car makes a lot of sense.
Approximately 15% of new car buyers reject a model due to poor gas mileage.
Nearly 40% of those consumers who eliminate a full-size SUV due to gas mileage
ultimately purchase a midsize SUV instead, while nearly 20% purchase another
model altogether. (J.D. Power and ...
Guide to basic Lawn Mower
Maintenance - Trying to start your lawn mower
after a long winter can be very frustrating. Performing a few routine
maintenance tasks before you store your lawn mower for the winter can save you
time in the spring, prolong the life of your lawn mower, and save you money
over the long run. Even if you have already put your lawn mower into storage
for the winte...
Guide to Servicing your Chainsaw - Chainsaws
provide many years of service for very little upkeep. Taking the time to
service your chainsaw will help ensure that your equipment will not let you
down. For safety reasons, make sure you only service your chainsaw when it is
fully cooled, with the spark plug disconnected. If you are working with an
electric chainsaw make sure it is unpl...