Archive for month: September, 2021

3805 Crow Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 94582

$739,000 | 2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,232 SqFt

Stunning town-home style living in the desirable Cobblestone community of San Ramon! Updated kitchen, baths, flooring, light fixtures, window coverings, balcony and patio areas as well! Two master-suites (with half bath on main level), spacious bedrooms with closet organizers in each bedroom. Gated community includes pool, greenbelt, carport parking along with an attached one-car garage. Close to schools, shops, restaurants and more!

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Summer may be officially winding down, however there are still many BBQs ahead, so you need your grill in tip top shape. Here are some of the most common gas grill problems and how to fix them!

Excess Smoke: If your grill is releasing an unusual amount of smoke when you turn it on, there may be an accumulation of grease at the bottom that needs to be cleaned. Use a strong grill brush to give it a proper cleaning and make sure to preheat it for fifteen minutes before using it again.

Ignition Problems: If your igniters aren’t producing any flames, there could be a variety of problems. If your ignition is independent of the body of the grill, then you may have a malfunctioning button or faulty wiring and the parts will have to be replaced. Otherwise, check to see if the igniter is clogged or has any blockages. The wiring and switches may have to be replaced if all else fails.

Uneven Heat: Grills with uneven heating can cause poorly cooked meals and annoyance. Make sure the holes along your burners are free from any residue. A good scrub with a grill brush should do the trick.

Orange-Yellow Flames: If you are seeing orange-yellow flames coming from your grill, there may be a problem with the control valves or venturi tubes. To fix this, locate the adjustment screw and turn your grill to low. Then, loosen the screw until the flame has a bluish tint. Afterwards, make sure to turn off the gas and tighten the venturi tube screw.

Low Flame, Low Temperature: When your grill isn’t reaching high enough temperatures, there could be a problem with the fuel line regulator. Fixing the regulator involves disconnecting the gas line and turning all control valves to high for one minute.

1085 Murrieta Blvd, Unit 122, Livermore, CA 94550

$449,000 | 2 beds | 2 baths | 995 SqFt

Move in ready 2 bedroom/2 bath condo in the heart of Livermore! Gated community, open floor plan, single level, located on the first floor. Updated flooring, kitchen (stained cabinets with pull-out Lazy Susan), window coverings (shutters), fresh interior paint, recently remodeled master bath, charming patio, dual pane windows and much more! Close proximity to the HOA amenities…community pool, laundry facility, exercise room, club house and greenbelt. Location, location, location! Just minutes from the heart of downtown Livermore…loaded with restaurants, shops, award winning wineries, movie theater, commute access, schools and more! Great opportunity for first time home buyers, empty nesters and investors!

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3805 Crow Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 94582

$739,000 | 2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,232 SqFt

Stunning town-home style living in the desirable Cobblestone community of San Ramon! Updated kitchen, baths, flooring, light fixtures, window coverings, balcony and patio areas as well! Two master-suites (with half bath on main level), spacious bedrooms with closet organizers in each bedroom. Gated community includes pool, greenbelt, carport parking along with an attached one-car garage. Close to schools, shops, restaurants and more!

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Have you ever wanted to change the landscape of your yard by adding a tree or shrub? Whether you have a green thumb or are a green dud, with proper preparation and some good tips, you can successfully do it yourself.

The first step for planting a tree is to purchase a tree seedling from your local hardware store or tree nursery. It’s important to measure the width of your roots because this will determine the size of your planting hole. Your hole should be at least three times as wide as the root mass of the tree seedling. As for the depth, be sure to dig a planting hole that is deep enough for the roots, but doesn’t cover the base of the tree trunk with dirt. It’s important for the entire trunk to be above the soil and some experts even leave some of the root ball above as well.

Once your planting hole is dug, inspect your tree seedling to make sure the roots aren’t creating a bunched up circular pattern, as this may affect the tree’s growth. If you do see patterns forming, simply tear apart the roots from the pattern and don’t worry about lost soil. Place your tree seedling in the planting hole and make sure to eradicate any air pockets by lightly tapping the soil, hand-packing the soil, or spraying the soil with water after planting.

After you plant your new tree, make sure to water it every day for the first seven days. After the first week you can start watering your tree every other day for the next seven days and you can gradually decrease the frequency after that point. Then, enjoy the new addition to your yard!