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Thanks to Clean Sweep for this episode of Tips from the Pros about proactive chimney sweeping.

A Partially Closed Damper

If you opened the damper for your fireplace, it’s possible that something on the interior or exterior is preventing it from opening fully. Soot buildup and water damage could lead to a damper in need of repair. Clean Sweep can examine the damper and complete any necessary repairs for it to work properly again.

No Pilot Light

If you have a gas fireplace, the pilot light can be extinguished by a strong gust of wind or downdraft. Try turning the pilot light back on by turning the control knob to the pilot position. Hit the red button that lights the pilot and hold it for about a minute before turning the knob on...

Hire a Professional for Best Results

In this Monthly Item of Value, we’re talking about hiring a professional. No matter what improvements you are doing to your home, it’s always a good idea to hire a pro. When the safety of your home and family is in play, it’s often more important to use a professional who knows what they are doing rather than finding the cheapest way to do it.

To read the full text “Why it Makes Sense to Hire a Pro” click or tap here.

I have a list of trusted individuals who can help with just about anything around the house. Feel free to contact me to discuss my list of preferred partners.

Monthly Item of Value: Navigating the real estate transaction

For most people, buying a home is their largest financial transaction. Working with a trusted agent who is well versed on the procedures and has been through it many times, will be an enormous help to you.

Get these handy tips on how to succeed in your home purchase.

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Here are some spring tips from my my preferred insurance agent, Tom Benisch Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. at State Farm Insurance.  His contact information is listed below:

• Replace your furnace filter
• Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air filters.
• Check all electrical outlets for loose fitting plugs and look for burn marks at the main electrical panel.  Check all ground fault circuit interrupter-type outlets.
• Repair all cracked, broken or uneven driveways and walks for a level surface.
• Make sure the light bulbs in all your fixtures are the correct wattage.
• Consider installing a lightning protection system on your home.
• Protect electrical appliances from power surges by installing surge protectors.
• Have a professional air conditioning contractor inspect and maintain your syste...