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Month: May 2018

How to Find a Chimney Leak and 6 Ways to Fix It
Water damage restoration

How to Find a Chimney Leak and 6 Ways to Fix It

The chimney is an important part of homes and has been for hundreds of years. A warm fire in chilly weather encourages families to gather and spend cozy moments around the blistering flames. Primarily featuring brick or stone, chimneys require regular maintenance to continue providing a reliable source of warmth. When the chimney leaks, as a homeowner, you’ll want to give the situation immediate attention. A water leak in the chimney can cost homeowners anywhere from $150 to $350 to repair. The lower price point results from a do-it-yourself job, while hiring a contractor will tend to raise the price significantly. If you decide to hire a contractor to inspect your chimney or enlist the aid of a chimney sweeper, you’ll find off-season prices between April and September to be financially...
13 Kitchen Fire Safety Tips
Safety Tips

13 Kitchen Fire Safety Tips

As the most frequented space in the home, the kitchen is the ideal spot to catch a quick bite, cook a three-course meal and gather with friends and family. The kitchen, with its innumerable appealing features that cater to daily living, is also where 40 percent of home fires start. Causes of Kitchen Fires Careless meal prep and misused or faulty appliances can lead to kitchen fires. Small appliances, like microwaves and toasters, are known to spark flames. The Consumer Product and Safety Commission recorded, over a recent 7-year span, over 2,000 fires ignited by microwaves, more than 1,000 fires sparked by toasters and toaster ovens and over 44,000 fires caused by ranges. Large kitchen appliances also can be a source of combustion; refrigerators were responsible for over 1,500 fires. Ty...