Don’t Panic
The desert life, especially for the uninitiated, can be a bit intimidating. First there is the scorching temperatures of summer. Then there is the awe inspiring power of monsoon storms. But, perhaps, the most unnerving thing about life in the desert are otherworldy...
Every Little Bit Helps
Reuters, September 9, 2021, "Southwest U.S. drought, worst in a century." Columbia University, "The drought that has enveloped southwestern North America for the past 22 years is the region’s driest megadrought—defined as a drought lasting two decades or longer —...
Security Then & Now
Keyless door locks. Smart phone monitoring systems. Selective motion detectors. Monitoring fire, medical and burgalary 24/7 systems. The professionals at Baron Services, leaders in Bullhead City area secutrity system installation and maintenance, carry on a proud...
The Calendar Says Winter
According to the calendar it is still winter. And many mornings still have a chill, or can even be considered cold. But soon warm days will outnumber cool ones, and then summer will be upon us. Now is is the time to prepare your swimming pool, and your backyard, for...
Wonder of The World
More than 2,000 years ago the famous Greek historian Herodotus wrote of astounding architectural achievements that were dubbed the seven wonders of the world. Counted among these was a fabled desert oasis built by King Nebuchadnezzar. He created the legendary Hanging...
Coming Soon, Spring
Well, it is January, the dawn of new year. Winter here in Bullhead City on the Colorado River is short, and seldom is as cold as a spring day in Minnesota. And that means that spring is coming soon. Did you know that the value of your property is increased by...
The Old Swimming Hole
The countdown has begun. A new year is looming on the horizon. There are only a few weeks left in 2021. Even though temperatures are hovering near eighty degrees, chances are that you have put the swimming pool away for the winter. And if you are new to the Bullhead...
More Than Pest Control
Here in the Colorado River Valley we deal with the usual critters such as cockroaches, beetles, termites, spiders, and ants. Plus we have to deal with those unique to the desert southwest such as scorpions and tarantulas. None of these really pose a problem as the...
Building An Urban Oasis
With few exceptions cities in the United States sprang from the wilderness as rustic frontier villages. In the years that followed they evolved with a sort of loosely controlled chaos, especially in the west with cycles of boom or bust. And with the dawning of the...
Swimming Pool Care & Maintenance
It may still seem like summer along the Colorado River. But fall is fast approaching. Come October temperatures can change quickly. Will your swimming pool be ready for winter? The first step is the cleaning of the pool. Of course this will be made easier if your are...