Doug visited Gary-O on WINY 1350 AM to review Winter Prep Make sure you have enough supplies Shovel the oil fills Get into your basement – Shovel a path through the snow Clean out the dryer vent Clean out gutters – the downspout ends Disconnect hose from the outside downspouts Reverse ceiling fan to blow […]
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Doug Visits 1350AM WINY – Project Updates
Update on our Putnam Candy Building Project status and what to expect. Days that nothing seems to be going on – this is normal and is planned for Concrete is going to crack at some point – this is normal Condensation is going to form on your windows
Doug Visits 1350AM WINY – Fire Safety
Doug talks with Gary-O about Fire Safety Month. Remember to check/change your Fire/Smoke Detectors Batteries. Test Monthly Replace every 10 years Leave Gas Cans outside Clearance around stovetop Pan Fire – Use a lid, not water! Fire Extinguisher in the Kitchen – verify it is still charged Keep your dryer vent clean Eliminate the Extension […]
Doug visits WINY 1350AM in July 2022
Doug visits GaryO on WINY 1350AM. Learn about how joining the trades may be a great career move!
June Home Checklist
Summer is almost here, take a look at this great Home Checklist to get a jumpstart on your summer. Make a checklist of summer must dos – visibly post it Empty standing water regularly – keep mosquitos down – check with NDDH on West Nile Corral Summer necessities in a bowl or basket – change […]
Doug’s Tip for Winter Prep
Doug has some helpful tips to prep for Winter. Doing these before it gets cold makes them a little easier. Take out your Window AC units Check that you have an insulated cover over your attic stairs If you do not have a cover, get one from a local lumber yard – Modern Lumber or […]
Summer Cleaning Tips
Doug visited WINY 1350 AM this morning and had a list of helpful tasks you should try doing during the summer.
October Tip of the Month
Fall is officially here and winter is right around the corner. It is time to clean out gutters and downspouts and make sure all drainage areas are unblocked by leaves and debris. Flush gutters with water and inspect joints and tighten brackets if necessary. It is also a good time to trim dead branches off […]
September Tip of the Month
With summer quickly coming to an end its time to prepare for the cooler months. Walk around your house and look for any damage to the roof, siding and foundation. Look for shingles that are curling, or cracking and inspect the flashing around skylights and chimneys. Seal gaps and cracks around window and doors to […]
Doug and Steve visit WINY 1350AM
Learn more about the current trends in home construction from Doug and Steve.
March Tip of the Month
Make sure you check your homes generator for proper operation.