What To Do Before and After a Big Snowstorm
When flakes begin to fall in our neck of the woods, Vermonters spring into action. Though we aren’t strangers to snow squalls, there's nothing routine about an impending blizzard. These storms can quickly turn treacherous, putting our homes and infrastructure to the test. By planning ahead, we can k
What's the Best Way to Remove Snow?
When the snow starts piling up in Vermont, keeping walkways, driveways, and cars cleared becomes a necessity. Though dreaded by many, removing snow is an inevitable winter task for Vermont homeowners. Shoveling by hand may provide some exercise, but it can also be taxing. Snowblowers offer quicker d
Improving Your Home’s Efficiency this Winter
During Vermont winters, your home is a safe haven from the chilly weather, but you can’t achieve maximum comfort if you feel a draft. Save your cold feet and your heat bill by making a few easy changes, increasing the efficiency of your home. With wrapped windows, heavy curtains, reversed ceiling fa
How to Prevent (and Fix) Frozen Pipes
As temperatures drop, there are many things homeowners need to keep in mind to protect their homes through the cold winter season. One of the most important is the prevention of frozen pipes. Because water expands as it freezes, freezing temps can burst your pipes, leading to water damage and expens
Tips for Winter Prep in Vermont
With the last of the leaves falling off the trees, it's time to start thinking about what starts falling next...snow! Many people don't put much thought into the changing seasons beyond breaking out their winter coats and hats, but in Vermont, it's essential to think of a few more things before the
Don't Overlook Your Dryer Vent This Winter
There's always something to be done around the house, from gutter cleaning and water heaters to landscaping and smoke detectors. If you don't have this already, it's time to add dryer vent cleaning to your checklist. Maybe move it to the top of the list for good measure. Dryers are such an overlooke
How to Prepare Your Home for Winter
Winter is fast approaching, and while Vermont is adjusting to Winter in the COVID Era, mother nature isn't likely to take notice and slow down for our sake. Take the next few weekends to button up your home, and you'll be thanking yourself come January when temps are dropping. Work your way from the