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Plant trees no closer than 30 feet to the home. Space tree crowns 18 feet apart or further on slopes. Trim branches up to 6-10 feet from ground and at least 10 feet from structures.

Remove vegetation next to outbuildings. For trees 30 to 60 ft from the home, space so mature canopies are at least 12 feet apart; for 60 to 100 feet from the home, space so tree canopies are at least 6 feet apart.

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rees are a beautiful and vital part of our environment and provide numerous benefits, including enhanced property value, improved air quality, reduced energy costs and increased biodiversity. Given these advantages, it’s essential to ensure that trees receive the best possible care. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by hiring a certified arborist. These professionals play a crucial role in the care and management of trees, by adhering to the high standards set by the International Society of Arboriculture.

A certified arborist is a professional who has been trained and tested in the field of arboriculture, the study and management of trees, shrubs and other woody plants. Certification is offered by the ISA, a global organization dedicated to promoting the professional practice of arboriculture and fostering greater awareness of the benefits of trees.

Certified arborists are required to pass a rigorous examination covering 10 areas of knowledge: • tree biology • tree identification and selection • soil management • tree installation and establishment • tree pruning • tree diagnosis and treatment • tree risk management • safe work practices • urban forestry • trees and construction

There are compelling reasons to hire a certified arborist for your tree care needs: ABILITY & KNOWLEDGE Certified arborists have extensive knowledge of tree biology, care techniques and diagnostic methods. Their expertise allows them to identify potential issues and provide solutions that promote the health

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CONTINUING EDUCATION Certified arborists are required to earn 30 continuing education units every three years to maintain their certification. This ensures they remain current with the latest advancements in tree care, trends, research, and technologies in arboriculture. Their commitment to ongoing education translates to improved tree care services, incorporating the most current and effective practices.

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So you want to be a gardener?

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2. Choose between ground and containers. There Family Features are pros and cons to gardening in containers vs. the ground, and there’s no universal right choice. rowing your own produce is an all-around Rather, the best garden depends on your goals smart practice, from the money you’ll save and preferences. A ground garden usually offers at the grocery store to the contributions more space and may provide a better growth enyou can make toward a cleaner planet. vironment for roots. However, a container garden Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s is often easier to maintain and may be all you a project even a beginner can tackle with ease. need if you wish to grow just a few plants.

Consider these tips to start growing your at-home 3. Understand the importance of quality soil. garden: You may think any dirt will do, but keep in mind 1. Select a perfect spot. You’ll want to place your the soil you plant in will be the primary source garden in an area where you see it often so you’re of nutrients for your produce. Not only that, but reminded to weed and care for it regularly. Find a quality soil provides stability so plants can root flat area you can access easily, where erosion and firmly and grow healthy and sturdy to support

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their bounty. Quality soil also allows for ample drainage. Organic matter like compost, leaf mold or aged manure all help improve soil quality.

4. Keep water close. Lugging water can quickly eliminate the pleasure of tending your garden, so be sure you’re situated near a hose. You’ll know it’s time to water when the soil is dry about an inch below the surface.

5. Plan for plenty of sun. A bright, sunny spot is a must, since most vegetables, herbs and fruits depend on six or more hours of sun every day.

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7. Plant according to a calendar. Knowing how long it takes different foods to mature will help you create a planting calendar.

You don’t want to harvest everything at once, and if you stagger planting and replant what you can, you’ll have a garden that produces food for your family for a longer period of time.

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aving serenity sums up a need we long for in our fast-paced, turbulent time. A place to unwind and let our tensions melt away. Many desire to escape to an exotic place, or any place, to get away from it all but can’t because they either don’t have the time, means or money.

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ustin Parsons of Sierra Homes Alternatives in Placerville, which specializes in home hearth and natural lighting needs, provides how easily this can be achieved and recommends a couple of simple additions that can transform your bathroom into a calm world away.

One suggestion is to install a gas fireplace in the wall for instant relaxation year-round. Austin points out some advantages: • A great addition for ambiance and to provide heat.

• During the warm seasons, additional interior light features can be used without the flame or heat for year-round ambiance.

• You can create a fireplace for two rooms such as a bathroom and bedroom with a see-through fireplace installed in a wall between the two rooms to add a calming visual like the Heat & Glo Mezzo see-thru unit (top photo, page 16).

• A single-sided fireplace is ideal for smaller areas. The Mendota Chelsea (at right) model can heat up to 1,000 square feet.

• A wall fireplace doesn’t take up floor space.

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The El Dorado Irrigation District noted these upgrades in a bathroom make a difference: • Install lower-flow shower heads (1.5 gallons/min), saving 10 gallons per each 10-minute shower.

• Install low-flow aerators on bathroom faucets, saving 1.2 gallons each day.

• Fix leaky faucets, saving 15-20 gallons each day.

• Fix leaky toilets, saving 30-50 gallons each day.

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For many bathrooms, one is enough. Solar tubes enhance the sunlight’s effect, and a glimpse of the sky and stars can be viewed which enhances the mood. Other benefits include improved visibility and even better plant growth. Having just one can brighten your bathroom and eliminate the need for electrical (artificial) light during sunny days, saving you energy and money.

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destruction, can be installed in a day and require less maintenance.

Parsons, well familiar with solar tubes as Sierra Home Alternatives provides Solatube, a premier solar tube brand, points out additional advantages: • Smaller footprint than a standard skylight with lighting capabilities of a 10-inch Solatube providing 150 square feet of natural light and a 14inch Solatube can illuminate 300 square feet.

• Options to add on a light kit for nighttime and an exhaust fan.

• Has different diffuser lenses available for different looks and light filtration • Can be installed on a standard composition roof, tile, metal, etc.

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atural light also enhances the colors in your bathroom. When choosing paint colors, it is helpful to know the paint’s Light Reflective Value.

The paint LRV is a measurement on a scale from 0-100 that indicates how much light a paint color reflects. A LRV of 0% is black and doesn’t reflect any light, and 100% is pure white and reflects all light.

The LRV aids in making energy-efficient decisions. A room with a color that has a higher LRV won’t require as much air conditioning or artificial lighting, and a shade with a LRV lower than 50 absorbs light and heat, lending to a warmer room.

You can find the LRV on the back of the paint color chip as well as on the manufacturer’s website.

Knowing the color’s LRV can also help prevent the mistake of having a color looking darker or lighter on the walls than it appears on the paint color chip and can serve as a handy guide when choosing paint such as for which side of your home the room is.

Using paint with a LRV in the range of 70-100 is recommended if you want your bathroom to appear larger and airier.

Other tips to maximize the use of natural light with paint colors: • Choosing colors with higher LRVs can reduce the need for artificial lighting, saving energy.

• Light and neutral paint colors can brighten a small bathroom and make it appear more expansive, leading to a more relaxing environment.

• Bathrooms with an abundance of light can handle darker paint colors to evoke calmness.

• To jump-start your search for the right colors and for ideas to simulate a serene oasis, visit the major paint manufacturers’ websites to view their colors for 2025 and for recommendations of colors for bathrooms. When you have narrowed down the look you want to achieve for your own retreat, visit your local paint store to make your vision a reality. ■

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dding additional bathroom space to your home or renovating an outdated lavatory can improve your home’s usability and increase its value, too. To get the most practical benefits and value out of your new space, there are several factors to consider.

Before you get started, take into account these considerations about the design and function of your new bathroom from the remodeling experts at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

SPACE A primary consideration is the available footprint to create your new bath.

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If you like baths, you’ll need to decide between a tub and shower combination unit or separate facilities. With a separate tub, the style you prefer may guide your overall design. The aesthetic for a bathroom with a focal point like a claw-foot tub is likely different from a jetted tub.

STORAGE Storage is one of the biggest concerns in any design, particularly in rooms as small as typical bathrooms. Carefully consider this aspect of the room during your pre-planning phase. To help determine how much space you need, make a list of all the items you need to store in the bathroom, including cleaning agents, toiletries, linens, first aid items and medications. It’s a good idea to also think about where in the room you would like to store each of these items.

You may want some of the toiletries in the shower area, while others will be used near the sink or dressing area.

SUSTAINABILITY Many contemporary bathroom fixtures are designed with sustainability in mind, so you can manage your water usage while still enjoying a water-rich environment. You can find water-saving features on everything from toilets to shower heads to even sink faucets.

ACCESSIBILITY Applying universal design principles to your project can promote safety and increase your home’s appeal to a wider range of buyers in the future. In the bathroom, you can improve safety by incorporating non-slip flooring surfaces and ensuring the space is well-lit.

Other ideas include adjusting counter and toilet heights to make bathrooms more accessible (wall-hung toilets should be approximately two inches higher). You could incorporate structural bracing around the tub, shower and toilet for grab bars. You might also consider a walk-in tub or stand-up shower with no threshold, levered handles for faucets and an adjustable showerhead.

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s the pool industry continues to evolve, 1. Colors and patterns emerging trends in design and technology are Aesthetically, pool shapes and styles continue to evolve reshaping how professionals and homeowners with modern design tastes. Sleek, streamlined profiles approach pool additions and upgrades. From are emerging in a mix of rectangle and abstract freeform the high-performance, low-maintenance advantages of configurations. Dark blues are replacing softer neutral fiberglass to the growing demand for space-efficient pool colors and homeowners designs and luxurious spaare migrating away from like features, innovation and tile borders in favor of a automation are bringing the continuous pattern across pool industry into a new the pool floor and walls all era of comfort and convethe way up to the coping nience. with contrasting patterns “It’s an incredibly exon steps, ledges and other citing time to be part of special features to create a the pool industry,” said customized, contemporary Scott Rajeski, president look. and CEO of Latham, The 2. Fiberglass Pool Company, the largest Look for fiberglass to condesigner, manufacturer and tinue gaining traction with marketer of in-ground resmodern homeowners seekidential swimming pools in ing durability, aesthetics North America, Australia Photos courtesy of Latham Pool Products and low-maintenance conand New Zealand. “With Outdoor pool trends this year include pool/spa combos, venience. Engineered from homeowners prioritizing top photo, as well as plung pools, above. interwoven glass threads efficiency, convenience and coated in polyester resin, design, fiberglass pools, these pools combine exceptional strength with effortless automation and compact options like plunge pools are beauty, making them ideal for in-ground installations. redefining what’s possible in modern backyard spaces, offering unparalleled durability and ease of maintenance.” Their prefabricated designs also allow for rapid installation — often within just 2-3 days of delivery — so you According to the experts at Latham, following are five pool trends expected to define outdoor spaces in 2025 and can dive into relaxation without delay. What truly sets fiberglass pools apart is their unparalleled ease. beyond:

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Unlike concrete or gunite pools, which are porous and require regular brushing, chemical balancing and even resurfacing over time, a fiberglass pool has a smooth, non-porous surface that resists algae growth and requires fewer chemicals and less frequent cleaning. This means less time and money spent on upkeep and a generally healthier swimming environment.

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