All About Waterproofing Your Chimney

Winter typically brings lots of snow and ice to the lower Hudson Valley area. This means your chimney needs to be able to be properly protected from all the brutally cold temperatures and the elements. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA),...

Holiday Decorating Safety Reminders

With the holiday season in full swing, the last thing you need to deal with is an accidental fire. However, according to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), holiday decorations other than Christmas trees played a role in an average of 800...
Check Your Smoke Alarms!

Check Your Smoke Alarms!

Protecting your family from danger is one of your biggest responsibilities as a homeowner, and one of the most important steps you can take to keep your family safe is installing smoke detector alarms in your home. However, your smoke alarms cannot do anything if they...

Oil Flues Need Service Too

As we begin to head into winter here in the Hudson Valley, it is time to make sure that your home heating system is ready to keep you warm and cozy. The last thing you need to happen is a malfunction of your oil-fired appliance, and to avoid this situation, you should...

The Importance of Seasoned Firewood

If you are wanting to maximize the energy efficiency of your wood-burning fireplace this winter, here are some tips to take into consideration. One of the most highly recommended tips is to use properly cured firewood in your fireplace. According to the Chimney Safety...