Premier Pro Wash & Seal - July 2022

Premier Pro Wash & Seal - July 2022

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HOT, HOT, HOT! ULTRAVIOLET RAYS ARE HERE IN FULL SWING!

What does Florida summer and sunshine bring besides heat? Great beach days, pool parties, fun in the sun, and ultraviolet rays. Sure, they may create a nice tan, but they can also be dangerous. July is Ultraviolet Safety Month, dedicated to raising awareness for the importance of protecting your skin and eyes from the detrimental effects the sun’s rays can have on your body. Exposure to UV light, from both natural and artificial sources, as we Floridians know, can cause skin, lip, and even eye cancer. This includes basal cell, melanoma, and squamous cell cancers. While most of our work involves helping our customers to protect and beautify their outdoor property, the safety of our team is always a top priority. This time of year, temperatures are hitting 90 degrees F and even 100, and the sun is hot and bright. Our staff is always careful to wear protective clothing, drink plenty of water, and take breaks often. So, you may see them taking a few extra breaks throughout the day, but please know they are still working hard to get the job done with safety in mind. This summer, as you enjoy time spent outdoors with your family and friends, take care to protect yourself from the sun. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends using a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher when exposed to UV rays. Keep in mind that the sun can dehydrate and wipe you out as well. Before and after exposure, hydrate and rest up. Furry friends also need to be protected from the heat and

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sun. They can get sunburned, and they can burn the pads of their paws on paved surfaces that are too hot. UV rays can also be detrimental to your pavers if they aren’t sealed and protected. The sun can be damaging to your pavers over time, draining and bleaching out their color and turning them brittle. High temperatures combined with the rainy season cause unsealed pavers to break down and degrade much faster than they would if they were protected with a sealant. This is why we recommend sealing pavers to everyone. If this has been on your list and you’re interested, we’ve got you covered. Along with our sealing services, we are pros with pressure washing, house washing, driveway cleanings, and pool area cleanings. As a small, local, growing business, word of mouth is tremendous and we cannot thank you all enough for your support over the years. As a token of our appreciation, we wanted to find a way to give back to you so we started our new Referral Program. As a reminder, any time you refer a NEW customer to us, you’ll automatically receive a certificate in the amount of 10% of the cost of their service, which you can redeem for services or even cash! The customer just needs to mention your name upon booking. This is a great way to help cover the cost of having your house washed, pavers sealed, or to invest in some sunscreen for the summer. We wish you all a happy and safe summer. If you’re traveling somewhere fun or have any stories or recommendations, let us know. We love to talk about travel and vacations. Happy summer! –Jeremy & Tiffany Forrest

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RAINWATER HARVESTING: IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU? How to Find Out and Get Started

It’s 100 degrees F outside. The sun is pounding relentlessly on the sidewalk. Vegetation is wilting. Meanwhile, you’re huddled indoors, basking in the A/C … until it rattles to a stop. This stomach-dropping scenario happens to hundreds of people every summer. A/C units across America are overstressed right now, and when you run your unit at full blast, it’s more prone to malfunctioning. Fortunately, you don’t have to call in the pros for every little issue. Here are a few DIY ways to fix an A/C problem. 1. Replace your air filter. The experts recommend changing the filter in your A/C system every month. If you don’t do this, it can get clogged and cause your A/C to turn off! Replacing the filter could kick start a nonfunctioning A/C. 2. Double-check your thermostat. We know it sounds basic, but your A/C might have turned off because your spouse reset the temperature, the kids flipped the thermostat from “heat” to “cool,” or the device’s batteries died. Don’t rule these silly problems out without checking them! 3. Clean your condenser coils. Dust, dirt, and pet hair can clog your A/C’s condenser coils and limit the unit’s function. If you’re careful and handy, you can use compressed air or a shop vacuum to clean the copper tubing and aluminum fins composing the coils, which typically form the side walls of your outdoor A/C unit. 4. Test your circuit breaker. It’s possible that the entire circuit covering your A/C has been tripped, turning the A/C off with it. To test this, turn your thermostat off and head to your breaker box and look for any switch in the neutral position. If you find one, push it to off (right) then on (left). Wait 30 minutes, then turn your thermostat back on and set it to cool. These four steps may be the only ones you need to fix your A/C problem! If you try them with no success, then it’s time to call in the experts. Of course, you can also make that call from the get- go if you’re not comfortable DIYing your household systems. We promise they won’t judge you! It’s always better to be cautious than accidentally worsen the problem. How to Troubleshoot a Malfunctioning A/C Take These Steps Before Calling the Pros

Did you know the government has a website where you can track drought conditions in real time? It’s called Drought.gov, and when we visited, it showed 47.52% of the country was in drought. That means water shortages were affecting more than 100 million Americans — maybe including you and your family. Water scarcity is scary. We need water to live, bathe, and grow food! So, what can you do about it? One popular, eco-friendly way to get around cutoffs and shortages is by installing a rain harvesting system. Here’s how it works. Rainwater harvesting is pretty much what it sounds like. You create a system to “catch” the rainwater that runs off of your roof or another surface (think gutters and pipes), then store it in a barrel or tank to use later. This protects the local watershed because you capture the rainwater and use it before it gathers pollution during runoff, and it reduces your energy use by eliminating the burden of water transportation! Rainwater harvesting may be for you if … • You own your own home. • You want to be more self-sufficient and/or lower your water bill. • You’d like additional water for your garden or household. Rainwater harvesting may NOT be for you if … • You rent your property. In this case, you may have to run the idea of adding a rain barrel or other harvesting system past the property owner. • Rainwater harvesting is restricted in your state. Unfortunately, rainwater collection is highly regulated in some states. You’d need to have a permit or abide by certain restrictions. The best way to find out the restrictions in your state, if they apply, is to check the legislation on the official state website. If it’s feasible, get started!

You can build a rainwater harvesting system yourself with supplies from a company like RainWater Harvest Systems (RainHarvest.com) or work with a business in your area like Innovative Water Solutions in Texas. The size, cost, and installation of rainwater systems can vary depending on your home and how much water you store. To learn more about rainwater harvesting, check out the book series “Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond” by Brad Lancaster.

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PROTECT YOUR GARDEN FROM HEAT

With Help From Your Kids

Not all gardening tasks are suitable for the entire family. Fertilizers can be dangerous, and you definitely don’t want a young child wielding sharp tools. But there’s one gardening project you and the kids can tackle together: protecting your plants from the heat. Last June, heat waves scorched the country, sending temperatures in Portland, Oregon, of all places to 110 degrees F. This is uncomfortable at best, and at worst a massive heat wave can ruin an entire spring’s worth of effort in the garden. To avoid that, rope your kids into helping you with easy heat solutions like these: 1. Build shade covers — Shade helps people survive the heat, and it’s great for plants, too! You can overlay greenery with umbrellas, canopies, “garden fabric,” or even bed sheets draped over your plants. If you have spare lumber or PVC pipe, build a trellis to hold up your shade cover. YouTube has plenty of tutorials for this — just search “Garden Shade DIY.” 2. Spread organic mulch — Adding 2–4 inches of light-colored mulch around your trees, shrubs, and other plants will protect the soil from the sun and keep it damp and cool. 3. Swap out terra cotta pots — Unsealed terra cotta pots are terrible at retaining moisture. If you water a plant in terra cotta, it won’t be long before that water evaporates. To avoid this, enlist the kids to repot your plants in oversized, light-colored plastic nursery pots. (Some nurseries give these away for free!)

4. Water, water, water — Your garden will dry out twice as fast during extreme heat, so take shifts as a family checking the soil and watering when needed. Don’t rely on your sprinkler system or usual watering schedule. These tips should help protect your delicate fruit and vegetable plants. Next year, get a head start by asking your local nursery to help you choose drought and heat- tolerant species for your region and beefing up your soil with organic matter. According to Farmers’ Almanac, soil rich with 5%–9% organic matter (think compost, manure, and decomposing leaves) retains more water, saving you trips with the hose.

TAKE A BREAK

MOUTHWATERING SOUTHERN BBQ Inspired by JustAPinch.com

Summer isn’t complete without some Southern BBQ!

Ingredients

Directions

• 3 lbs boneless pork loin roast, trimmed

1. In a 4-quart slow cooker, add the roast and 1 cup of water. 2. Cover and cook the roast on high for 7 hours or until tender. 3. Once tender, shred the meat. 4. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker. Stir in salt, pepper, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, and hot pepper sauce. 5. Cover and cook on the lowest setting for an hour. 6. When finished, serve barbecue on buns with coleslaw (optional).

• 1 cup water • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 tbsp pepper

• 1/4 cup brown sugar • 18 oz barbecue sauce • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 10 hamburger buns, split • Deli coleslaw (optional)

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INSIDE

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Ultraviolet Safety Month

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DIY Tips for a Broken A/C

Get More Water — For Free!

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Be the Superhero Your Garden Needs

Mouthwatering Southern BBQ

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Outdoor Cooking Inspiration You Need

Level Up Your Outdoor Cooking Space

With These Handy Features!

2. The Warming Drawer: Warming drawers make even the biggest barbecues easy to use. You can pre-grill your corn and stash it inside, keep sides toasty while you pour drinks and socialize, or warm up the buns for your dogs and burgers. 3. The Outdoor Ice Machine: Install one of these, and you’ll never

have to sprint inside for ice

again. It’s a particularly

Outdoor kitchens were trendy in 2021 — and they’re still a must- have! If you plan to either build an outdoor cooking space or level up the one you have this summer, consider these game- changing features. 1. The Flat Top Grill: With a flat top, you can cook anything outside. Imagine outdoor breakfasts with pancakes and eggs! You can also cook burgers with lots of toppings without worrying about food falling into the flames.

handy feature if you have an outdoor bar and love to mix

cocktails for your guests.

Good luck and happy cooking!

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