If you’ve ever listened to the show, you know that we’re big fans of upcycling, taking something old or that you already have, and transforming it into something new. This week we’re talking about taking every day pallets and using them to transform your backyard into an entertaining oasis. You can catch You Got This! every Friday at 9am on KNCO, or listen online anytime. With the astronomical cost of lumber right now, it makes […]
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There’s a saying about how tall fences make good neighbors, and while we’re not pointing fingers, some of us have neighbors we’d like a little space from. There are a multitude of options to create privacy screens and fences, or just natural barriers, if you find yourself wanting to keep what happens at your house, well, at your house. This week Andrew discusses different options for keeping a good relationship with the neighbors, by creating
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As those of us in Northern California are too familiar — fire season is here. There are many reasons why you should know how to locate your gas shut off valve, and reasons to do so; however we’re sometimes faced with natural disasters in this part of the country. It’s useful to locate this prior to needing to turn it off, of course. They are generally be located in different places in your home or on
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As summer arrives, and the dreaded wildfire season, we’re sure to be faced with more Planned Power Outages. On this week’s episode, we discuss what you can do to alleviate the discomfort and prepare for these inconveniences. One of the things to prepare for now is to make sure you have propane in that outdoor grill. You can still feed the family, and even boil water for that ever important cup of java, using your
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The last thing you want to return home to after a vacation is an issue with your plumbing. Water damage is not only expensive, it can be tricky to repair due to mold, rot, and other issues. So before you pack up the camper and head out on your summer adventure, make sure you take the time to prep your plumbing. On this week’s episode of “You Got This!” Andrew discusses several easy and thoughtful
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Living in California, and perhaps more specifically the Sierra Nevada Foothills, means that we have long fire seasons and in addition to “go-bags” for possible evacuations, there are steps you can take to mitigate potential fire risk to your property. Visit www.MyNevadaCounty.com to get a copy of this season’s Fire Guide. It’s full of safety tips and things you can do to be prepared ahead of time. This week, Andrew reviews some of those important
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