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How long does each part of your home last?
When should you plan for repairs or upgrades? Here’s how long parts of your home will generally last! As homes age, they require upkeep and maintenance. Sometimes that’s replacing older appliances or updating interior décor, and other times that can mean larger updates like replacing your roof or heating system. Knowing how long these items…
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Ice Dam Prevention!
Ice Dams can cause significant damage to your home. Here, we present some tips for preventing Ice Dams from occurring in the first place! What is an Ice Dam? When a large amount of snow accumulates on a roof, heat loss from insufficient insulation and poor attic ventilation can melt the snow from the underside.…
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How damp is your basement?
Is your basement TOO damp? Here are some things to look for! Damp basements are not uncommon in many parts of the country. Particularly in areas where the soil contains a lot of naturally occurring rock or have high water tables. These issues can direct rain water right into our homes. So homeowners in these…
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Dryer Fire Prevention!
While Disaster Blaster does Fire Damage clean up and repairs, we certainly want to help prevent fires if possible. Dryer fire prevention is possible by following some easy tips. For most people, the clothes dryer is an invaluable appliance that allows them to keep up with what seems like a never-ending supply of dirty laundry……
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How to prevent pipes from freezing
Cold temperatures can mean frozen pipes. Here’s how to avoid frozen or broken pipes when the temperatures drop! When the temperatures drop, pipes can freeze and break, resulting in significant Water Damage inside your home. The good news is that there are things you can do right now to prevent your pipes from freezing! If…
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Stress-free holiday cooking tips
Are you hosting a holiday party and want it to be as stress-free as possible? Here’s how! Hosting a holiday get together or party can be daunting. Between decorating, cooking, and welcoming guests, you can quickly feel overwhelmed and a bit frazzled. It happens to the best of us! But your holiday celebrations don’t need…
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Safety Tips for Entertaining
Nothing ruins a party like a trip to the emergency room, but taking precautions can greatly reduce the likelihood of that happening! Here are some Safety Tips to get you started! When entertaining, a good host / hostess is concerned with whether the guests are having a good time. To ensure that happens, the safety…
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Hazards Associated With Remodeling!
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Tips For Removing Snow From Roofs!
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Snow Blower Safety Tips
Whether Mother Nature brings several feet of snow or only an inch, improperly using your snow blower can result in serious injury. Here are some tips for safely clearing your driveways, sidewalks, and paths! Snow blowers are a great convenience, but used improperly can result in serious injury. Stay safe while snow blowing this winter…