This might seem like an odd time of year to analyze insulation, but I’d like you to consider the warm-weather benefits of upgrading both it an…
Colorado Springs Utilities has water and energy efficiency tips for people spending more time at home.
There is an expression in Colorado that if you don’t like the weather, just wait two hours and it will change. The past several months certain…
There has never been a time when we needed de-stressing and social-distancing activities more than now. Gardening can offer both. Here are a f…
Dear Ken: A plumber said I could install a hot water return loop to get hot water quicker in the master bathroom. What do you think? — Jim
With summer comes those dreaded yellow jackets. The yellow and black banded insects are the top stinging pest in Colorado. Their ability to st…
As we await the inevitable summer rains, here are my annual reminders about fine- tuning the drainage elements around your house. Really, ther…
Grasses can fill large or small spaces in any type of landscape with dramatic color, texture and movement that changes with the seasons. Ornam…
Homebuilders are fond of saying “Not only will the concrete crack, but we guarantee it will crack!”
Dear Ken: I have a portable evaporative cooler, but it doesn’t seem to do a good job in any room. Can you help? — Pete
Dear Ken: Woodpeckers are attacking our house in Black Forest. How can we get rid of them? — James
The good news is hearing that snowpack is accumulating in our mountains. We won’t know the amount of water we will collect until the spring me…
Dear Ken: Every year I have water trouble in my crawl space. Please advise on how to evaluate the cause. Is a perimeter drain helpful? — Alan
Green, lush turf makes gardeners happy. Is it possible to achieve this with the new “Water Wise” rules? Yes it is!
Dear Ken: When is a safe date for turning on my sprinkler system? — John
If you look at the gardens around us, most of the plants you see are non-native to Colorado. While these plants are familiar and widely used, …
Dear Ken: I have a 2-year-old home. When my furnace shuts down, we get a very loud sound — like a vent slamming shut. Can this be fixed or qui…
Smart irrigation technology enables homeowners to reduce outdoor water use by irrigating based on plant water needs, compared to traditional a…
Dear Ken: I have a ceiling fan with four bulbs. When a light blew out I tried to remove it, but the socket turned with it. The bulb is too sma…
In December , the Colorado Springs City Council adopted a new ordinance to regulate watering practices in the city. As conscientious gardener…
Jim Gagnepain calls it “the little bermed house on the prairie.”
Dear Ken: Our finished basement is about 10 degrees colder than the rest of the house. What would be the most cost-effective way to warm it up…
If you’d like a distraction from coronavirus why not start planning for gardening season? Here are some suggestions to get you started:
I’m indebted to a listener named Barbara for sharing a tip with us on the radio show. She had a shower door with hard-water stains that resist…
For home gardeners, soil testing is valuable to establish a base line on soil limitations related to pH, salt levels and the need for phosphat…
The ability to call up a search engine and type a few words puts the whole world at our fingertips. As spring approaches, we consider what to …
Dear Ken: I have spilled some wax on my couch. Is there any way to get it off? — Peter
Planting, home improvement and other home and garden events in and around Colorado Springs.
Proper pruning technique will keep your shrubs healthier, encourage blooms and manage shape and size. Early spring is a great time to get started.
