Author: Kennith Bogan

Many people want to own the best laser measuring tools from the word go. Unfortunately, a good number don’t know what to look for.  In the following guide, we will show you the most important aspects:

Accuracy

One of the most important things is accuracy. You don’t want something that tells you the distance measured is 20 feet yet in the real since its 19.9ft, 20.1ft or even 21feet. A good unit will be off by a very negligible margin. Something likes 1/16th of an inch. Most top choices come ready to use and don’t require any calibration. They will maintain their accuracy for a long time even after frequent use, bangs, falls and more.

Nevertheless, you need to handle it with care if it has to remain accurate and serve you for a long time. You should minimize banging, dropping it, sitting or pressing it too hard.

Readability

With a laser measuring tool, you get an LCD screen. It will indicate the measurements in imperial, metric or both. Switching from one mode to another is equally easy or will have the two measurements displayed. For instance, you will get inches as well as centimeters or meters.

It is vital for the numbers or digits to be very clear. They should be large and bold and the screen should be very clear. A good unit will have decent backlighting for better reading in the dark or poorly lit settings. Also, you should go for a unit with an anti-reflective screen. This minimizes glare and reflections when using it outdoors.

Versatility

The best laser measuring tools come with a lot of flexibility. They display in different measurers, both imperial and metric, can be used to measure length and height, and are also useful indoors and outdoors. The range will also be long enough to cater to most everyday needs. With a single unit, it will take care of all your measuring needs.

 A reliable product that is ideal for indoor and outdoor application will be waterproof. It won’t be affected by sweat, moisture, spills, water or rain. It will also have a tough shell to handle the use, bangs, falls, vibrations, impact, and shock among other effects.

Portability

Carrying the measuring unit from in place to another should be easy. It will be small and compact for easy fitting in the hands, pocket, or small bag. The weight will also be light and you won’t feel weighed down by it. The design also plays a role in how carry-friendly it will be.  For instance, a bulky unit isn’t as friendly as a slim one. Also, the shorter the height the better it will be.

Nonetheless, you should ensure the portability doesn’t affect the readability of the LCD screen. Moreover, it also should not undermine the strength and usability of the unit. Plastic may be light but it’s not very strong.

Other vital considerations include the size of the unit, size of the display, battery life, weight, brand, and affordability. With proper …

Most household plants are kept inside the home, this offers them some protection from insects and other bugs. However, it doesn’t mean they’re immune to these problems. In fact, household plants tend to have weaker defenses to bugs and other issues.

The problem this creates is that your plants will quickly succumb to insects and diseases, that’s why it is so important to discover the most common insects on your household plants and what to do with them. You can find out more through your local pest control expert.

Aphids

Aphids remove sap from plants, this reduces their ability to grow as their nutrients are reduced. Aphids cling to the underside of the leaves and are a similar color to the leaves. If your plant is becoming sticky you’ve probably got an aphid issue, introducing ladybugs to your plants can help resolve this issue.

Spider Mites

These tiny mites are best seen with the aid of a microscope. They also live on the underside of the leaves and cover the plant with webbing, which protects them.

You’ll need to isolate the plant before using water mixed with a little dish soap, sponge this onto the plant and wipe the spider mites off, as well as the webbing.

Mealy Bugs

If you see a white cotton-like fluff on your leaves then you’ve probably got mealy bugs. This substance actually helps to prevent the bugs from being washed off the leaves.

The best way to get rid of mealybugs is to spray the plant with water and then coat it with neem oil, this will eliminate the bugs and prevent them from returning.

White Fly

These flies are white and feed on the plant. However, if you spray the plant with anything they’ll take off, and then land again as soon as you’ve finished.

Instead of worrying about the adults you need to break the cycle, you can do this by targeting the baby whiteflies.

Simply dip the leaves in insecticidal soap, this will kill off the baby whiteflies, solving the issue for good.

Thrips

Despite being dark-colored these bugs are small, making them surprisingly difficult to see. They also have wings so can easily fly to the next plant.

They extract the juices from the plant, leaving scar marks, which are more visible than the bugs. Because they take off when you start spraying and land somewhere else, it is best to isolate the plant first before trying to eliminate the whitefly.

Scale Insects

These insects are just 3mm long, making it very difficult to spot them until the plant is covered. They also have a hard brown outer shell that makes pesticides ineffective against them.

The best way to deal with these is to soak a cotton bud in alcohol and run it across the leaves of the plant, specifically where the scale insects are.

As with any insect issue, the real secret to resolving the issue successfully is being vigilant, this will allow you to identify insects …