Now that winter is safely over, it’s a good time to think about your chimney. You’ve probably been enjoying cozy fires during the cold months, but every chimney needs maintenance in order to prevent fire, carbon monoxide, and other risks. In order to stay on top of things, it’s useful to know about some of…
As winter gets underway, people across the country are stocking up on firewood for those cold nights – at least those of us who have woodstoves or wood-burning fireplaces. There’s nothing quite like a fire to get cozy and settle in for a dark winter evening. It’s pleasant, warming, even romantic – but let’s get…
People today are hungry for information – that’s no secret. Homeowners in particular are always looking for quality insight on various aspects of caring and maintaining for the home. The smarter and more savvy we can be as homeowners, the more our homes (and market values) will benefit in the long run. There are so…
The arrival of spring has made it much easier to be in a good mood. During the late winter in a cold-winter state, it often seems as if the end of winter will solve all of our problems. Then springtime comes, and allergies kick in. You start to realize all the things you have to…
Have you thought about having your chimney repaired lately? A lot of homeowners tend to overlook this area of the home, either because they think it was recently serviced or because they don’t realize what the maintenance requirements are. Some people just don’t realize how expensive it can be to replace a chimney, or have…
In today’s world of DIY instructional videos, people are trying to complete more and more projects around the house without professional help. This goes for everything from bathroom renovations to siding installations to advanced lawn care. It’s not just that people are trying to save cash — although that’s a big part of it —…
With winter comes a whole list of things to do. You’ve got make sure your furnace is operating at peak performance, first of all. Heating is a major expense in the winter, especially in states like New Jersey. You might need to make modifications to your windows, doorways, or even upgrade your installation to make…
Chimney sweeps are something few people think about on a regular basis. In fact, those of us with chimneys in our homes often forget about this routine task altogether. There are enough items on the average homeowner’s “to-do” list already. Worrying about chimney sweeps is yet another thing to stress about — and pay for.…