Tips from Toby – Winter Spring Lawn Transition
We know you haven't even put away your snow shovels yet, but Spring is just around the corner. Believe it or not - it will be time to start your lawn program next month! Now is the time to do a little prep and one short mow to get your lawn ready for Spring. It won't be long so check out our tip now for a heads up on what you need to do before the March winds come blowing in!
Tips from Toby Fall Furnace Checks & Prep
The cooler nights mean it won't be long before we begin firing up those furnaces. What till you hear how easy it is for something as simple as a dirty furnace or misaligned vent to spread CO Poisoning throughout your home. Check out the easy steps you can take to avoid problems and even death. CO is a silent killer, but it is very easy to avoid problems if you are prepared. We look into humidifiers and their benefit to your home, woodwork, furniture, skin and overall comfort - plus you'll be amazed at how much they can save you on energy bills. Get that annual tune up scheduled now and don't wait till you "have" to turn on your furnace to experience problems.
Tips from Toby New Lawn Equipment Choices
It's that time again when we'll take part in the annual right of Spring - tugging on those mower and equipment starter strings in hopes of a spark. If you're in the market for new equipment from trimmers to chainsaws or if you are having problems with your old equipment - we've got some great advice from Toby. Check out what's new in electric. No noise, gas or oil mixtures and less maintenance. They are more powerful and efficient than ever. Learn how that gas you put in your equipment might be causing the most problems and some alternatives that can help that mower or trimmer hum along perfectly. Lots to learn in this week's tip. So before you tug on that mower cord - check out this week's tip from Toby!
Tips from Toby – Lawn Care Equipment Primer
It's that time again when we'll take part in the annual right of Spring - tugging on those mower and equipment starter strings in hopes of a spark. If you're in the market for new equipment from trimmers to chainsaws or if you are having problems with your old equipment - we've got some great advice from Toby. Check out what's new in electric. No noise, gas or oil mixtures and less maintenance. They are more powerful and efficient than ever. Learn how that gas you put in your equipment might be causing the most problems and some alternatives that can help that mower or trimmer hum along perfectly. Lots to learn in this week's tip. So before you tug on that mower cord - check out this week's tip from Toby!
Tips from Toby Winter Prune & Prep
With lots of wind damage to trees this week we thought it would be a good reminder to prune those small trees so you can avoid damage and week tree structure in the future. We also help you prep for the cold months ahead - pruning those ornamental grasses which are a fire hazard close to the house, checking your mower in for a tune up and watching out for gas problems in mowers over winter storage. Lots of easy and important tips for your Winter Prune and Prep!
Tips from Toby – Cold Fire, CO2 & Dry Times!
Holiday guests will be arriving soon. What would you do if you had a kitchen fire? Do you have a fire extinguisher? If so - does it work or do you know where it is? This week we show you the new technology being used by Missouri and Kansas Highway patrol. Cold Fire extinguishers are all natural and easy to spray fast. You can even spray them safely on your body and walk through a fire and hopefully avoid injury. Too many people have already been hospitalized or even died from CO2 poisoning this season. Don't think you are immune. From a blocked chimney to a small crack in your furnace - it's easy to be breathing harmful air that can quickly take a life. Know what to do now. And finally - it's been a dry November. We still need to water if you can. Do it this week!
E15 Ethanol Fuel Warnings!
The new E15 Ethanol blends that are making their way to our gas pumps are not made to work for our mowers, string trimmers, and even some cars. The breakdown of the fuel begins very quickly and can add water to the mix during the breakdown.
This can burn out your engine or parts, damage older cars or not even allow your equipment to start. There's a lot to learn and some easy steps to avoid very costly problems. Watch the video tip now to learn all you need to know.
Anthony Furnace Winter Prep
Toby Tobin and Steve Burbridge show you how to get ready for Winter and safely turn on your furnace. From changing your filter to making sure you don't have a gas leak this is an essential tip to watch to make sure you are ready to fire up that furnace - safely- for Winter!
Anthony Furnace Tip
Turning on your furnace for the first time each Fall can be a little intimidating for all of us. You're dealing with natural gas! Watch the video tip from Anthony Plumbing, Heating and Cooling to learn how to fire up that furnace safely. Each year hundreds of people are hurt or die due to problems with furnace. From Carbon Monoxide poisioning to gas explosions. Safety is essential when flicking on that furnace. Watch this tip to make sure you are ready for the season - safely!