Winter has officially arrived, bringing with it bone-chilling cold, snow, ice, and wind – any combination of which can result in downed wires and loss of power. Lack of heat and electricity and treacherous, often impassable roads, make winter power outages especially tough to weather.… Read More
With each change in seasons, your home endures fluctuations in temperature and weather conditions as well as the wear and tear of aging. In order to keep your home running smoothly and to avoid costly repairs, it’s important to conduct seasonal maintenance tasks. Fall is… Read More
A winter power outage presents special challenges, including no heat, downed telephone lines and snow-blocked roads. Our advice is to start preparing now for the next power outage. With a little advance planning, you can keep your family safe and comfortable when that next winter… Read More
In between football games, apple picking and celebrating Thanksgiving, homeowners need to schedule time for these important home maintenance tasks to prepare for the upcoming winter. Some chores, like changing batteries in your smoke detector, can be done at any time. Other tasks, like shutting… Read More
Before you pack up the car to head south this fall, remember the importance of winterizing your home to protect it from seasonal wear and tear and other potential problems such as freezing pipes, water leaks, break-ins and rodents. Use this handy checklist of winterizing… Read More
