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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2018 F all is a great time to be outside for winterizing chores, as temperatures are much more tolerable. Don’t forget these important duties to ensure your investments will be protected during the bitter cold. Close the Pool Depending on how you feel about the upkeep required with your swimming pool, closing season can either be a little sad or a total relief. The process involves critical procedures to ensure it will be ready to go when the warm weather returns. If you have a permanent pool, getting help from a professional can take most of the stress off your shoulders. Here are a few other good reasons to let a pro complete the job for you. • Knowledge: Closing a pool requires much more than throwing a cover on it and letting it sit until next season. A pro- fessional service will guarantee your investment is protected by employing a certified staff with training. • Safety: Any time water is pres- ent, there is a risk of drowning. Espe- cially when handling heavy equipment involved with closing the pool, you could potentially injure yourself and fall in. An expert will have a qualified team to ensure their safety and insurance to protect you if injuries occur on your property. • Save time: Allow your pool to remain a place of leisure by not dreading the upcoming closing process. Spending a little money for an expert ensures your pool is closed properly and efficiently. HOME IMPROVEMENT & CAR CARE HERMISTONHERALD.COM • PAGE B3 Tackling Fall Chores Protect Your Deck Fall is the perfect time to winter- ize your deck or make repairs ignored during summer. The cooler weather makes it easy for the DIY handyman or an experienced contractor to protect your deck before the cold arrives. Bring Fall Indoors Winter weather can wreak havoc on wood thanks to moisture caused by snow and ice. Warping, chipping the paint with snow shovels and impacted dirt are all common issues experienced during the cold. It is a good idea to pres- sure wash the surface during autumn, so it will be clean before the wet stuff T he beginning of fall is a fun time of the year for both children and adults. Exciting holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving are right around the corner. Spruce your home up with accents related to this festive time of year. Pumpkins as a Centerpiece If you have ever walked through a grocery store or watched commercials during autumn, you have witnessed America’s obsession with pumpkin everything. From coffee to cereal, there is no doubt that pumpkins are a staple during fall. Of course, the most popular way to use a pumpkin as a centerpiece is by carving a face into it. Traditionally, a small candle is placed inside to illu- minate it in the dark. For extra safety points, consider using a battery-pow- ered LED light instead. Take carving up a notch by trying out advanced pat- terns. Find artwork online for inspira- tion, it’s amazing what you can do with a little patience and practice. A few other good ideas to make a statement with pumpkins are to add them to an attractive display featur- ing baskets, accent flowers and paint- ing them different colors. Or, con- sider covering mini pumpkins with a clear dome and showcase them on a EASTERN OREGON Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Residential & Commercial “The Comfortable Choice” Air Conditioning • Heat Pumps • Refrigeration • Gas Furnaces • Gas Hot Water Heaters • Gas Fireplaces • Ice Machines Sheetmetal • Inspections and More! Quality Work at a Competitive Price! 541.567.3095 sticks. Before washing, make sure all furniture and decorations are removed so the entire area can be cleaned. Your deck can also benefit from applying a protective stain. Not only will it be appealing visually, it helps create a barrier between the wood and moisture. fireplace mantel. Pinecones Another way to tell fall is here is seeing the ground littered with pine- cones. Even if you don’t have a cone-producing tree in your yard, you shouldn’t have any problem finding a neighbor or family member would be thrilled to let you take them home. Get your whole family involved to participate in engaging crafts like: • Pinecone roses: Paint the outer shell in different colors and attach them to stems from the tree for a stand- out display. • Make a spider: Googly eyes and pipe cleaners can make anything look humorous, even a pinecone spider. • Bird feeder: Cover a pinecone with peanut butter and stick bird frame to its outer shell. Hang it from a tree and enjoy the new wildlife in your yard. For most crafts involving pinecones, a hot glue gun will be your best friend. Check with your local hobby store for the right tool to fit your demands. Hay, fall! Hay bales are another staple during fall decorating. With a few bales of straw, attractive flowers and corn- stalks, you can create a display that makes your front entrance stand out. 600 E Main St, Hermiston, OR 97838 Simple Steps Start Here! RECYCLE L OCATIONS : We encourage all area residents to take their glass, bottles, jars, tin, aluminum, newspapers, magazines and cardboard to these depots for recycling. 82000 Hwy 395 N., Hermiston • CCB #189229 SANITARY DISPOSAL INC. 1. Hermiston: 220 W. Harper Rd. 2. Stanfi eld: W. Wood (by Grange Hall) 3.Echo: Across from park (at City Hall) 4.Umatilla: Hwy. 730 (next to Columbia Harvest Foods) 5.Umatilla County • N. Hwy 395 (next to Trans- fer Station) • 81144 N. Hwy. 395 6.Irrigon: 198 W. Columbia Lane 7.Boardman: S.E. Front Street Hermiston/McNary Highway, Hermiston 541-567-8842