7 Tips for Maintaining a Wood Burning Fireplace
Winter calls for getting cozy around the fireplace, but before you do, here are 7 tips to help maintain that fireplace:
7 Ways to Keep Your Home Warm
Winter months mean colder temperatures. If you’re looking to keep your home cozy-warm, without breaking the bank, here are some helpful tips to staying warmer in the coming months. For more energy saving tips, you can visit The U.S. Department of Energy’s website.
Which Deicer is Best for You?
With colder weather approaching, it’s important to know your options when it comes topicking the best deicer for your family and home. There’s a wide variety of products onthe market and one size does not fit all. Here’s a list of products to consider before yougo to the store: It’s always important to do your […]
10 Tips for Winterizing Your Home
Winter is coming, which means it’s time to start thinking about winterizing your home to avoidany costly repairs down the road. If you’re going to be away from your home for an extended period of time, remember to turnyour water completely off. You may also want to consider having your plumbing system drainedto keep pipes […]
Kitchen Safety: Fire Prevention
According to the NFPA, ranges or cooktops were the cause of 61% of all reported house fires and 78% of cooking related injuries. These reports peak during Thanksgiving and Christmas. So, before you bake your famous pumpkin pie or your grandma’s carrots, here are some things to remember: Grease and oil can be incredibly dangerous. […]
How to Safely Put Out a Kitchen Fire
Tis’ the season for cooking, baking and frying. If you’re like many Americans, you spend the next two months hosting family and friends with big meals and that can unfortunately mean having to potentially deal with a kitchen fire. According to the NFPA, Thanksgiving and Christmas are the peak holidays for home cooking blazes. This […]
What is Water Damage?
Whether from a leaking pipe or storm, water damage can be terrifying. Water leaking in your home can cause mold contamination within 24-48 hours, depending on the exposure time. Categories of Water Damage Classifications of Water Damage Any water damage may require a professional with specialized tools and knowledge to be restored. Pests are also […]
Fire Pit Safety
Fall is a great time to sit outside with friends and family, light up the fire pit and roast s’mores. But what you don’t know could cause serious damage to your home or property. First, let’s talk about the different types of fire pits. A permanent fire pit is a structure that has been built […]
Got Mold?
Mold is incredibly common in buildings and homes. Mold can grow on just about anything, porous surfaces, fabrics, paper, cardboard, ceiling tiles and other materials commonly found inside of homes. An easy fix for small amounts of mold is using household disinfectants; larger areas should always be treated by a professional, for everyone’s safety. Mold […]
Spartan Emergency Water Removal Co-Sponsors Local Tournament to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association
On August 20th, the community came together to raise funds for a very special recipient: the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA.) In the first annual Bags & BBQ Cornhole Tournament, folks filed in to Fill the Boot with donations, fill their bellies with BBQ, and fill the boards with cornhole bags. Hosted by the Fraternal Order […]
