Let the Games Begin

Thanksgiving is over, here comes the onslaught of advertising, Christmas music, TV specials, etc..

As you begin to decorate and entertain, make sure you follow all of the proper instructions and safety procedures.

Keep your trees watered DAILY.
DO NOT over use outlets and extension cords.
Use the proper cords.
DO NOT put cords under rugs.
Remember your candles, do not leave them burning unattended.
Trim the wicks as well and keep candles away from trees and wreathes.
Watch what is on the stove at all times, make sure all burners and the oven are off when leaving the house.
Keep pot and pan handles IN when cooking, no long or loose sleeves while cooking.
Did you have your chimney cleaned this year prior to using the fireplace?
Outside water spickets shut down for the year now?
Gutters cleared of leaves and downspouts cleaned? Ice and snow buildup results in water intrusion through the roof.
PLANNED and PRACTICED escape routes in the event of a fire? THIS IS CRUCIAL. Try to walk from your bedroom to your planned exit with your eyes closed and holding your breath.

This is a small checklist, but one that could save your life and the lives of your loved ones. Take a moment to review this once a week, ensure that your house and family are protected BEFORE a crisis or disaster occur. Prevention is important, reaction planning is VITAL.

As I wrote in my earlier blog, stay FOCUSSED on what's important, GIVE THANKS for what you have, and ENJOY the Holidays. Commercialization of Christmas and the Holidays has somehow sucked the fun out of the season, it's time for us to take back the fun and enjoyment.

Until next time.....stay safe and keep it clean!

'Tis the Season

So we are deep into the year, only a few weeks remain. The leaves have changed and dropped from the trees, already we are seeing signs of the Holiday Season creeping up around us. Many of us have not even finished our yard cleaning and buttoning up of our outside work before the the harsh cold of winter begins.

As we approach Thanksgiving it's important that we keep a calm head about us and stay focused on the important things around us. This sounds philosophical, but it's because of this lack of focus that bad things happen. Whether it's forgetting what the true meaning of the Holiday's is, or just getting tied up in all of the hustle and bustle of it all, lack of focus causes bad things to happen.

So as we move forward, stay focused. Don't forget about the pot cooking on the stove or the candles that you lit in the other room. Remember not to overload your outlets with decorations or space heaters, use proper cords where applicable. When you leave to visit loved ones, make sure that someone is responsible for checking your house DAILY. The visit should be to pick up the mail and newspaper, walk through the ENTIRE HOUSE, including the basement. Left unchecked that basement could become your unwanted indoor pool.

In closing, keep in mind as the weather turns colder, snow begins to fly and the days continue to get shorter that this is not only the season of giving and all that, it's should also be the season of focus. Focus on things that are important in your life and don't forget to be thankful for what you have. Stay safe and enjoy the coming days and weeks, it really can be a lot of fun.

Innaugural Blogpost

Welcome from our President and Director of OperationsWelcome to our newly revamped website!!! Thanks to Abdul Musa of GROWURBIZ for the work he has put in and the ideas he has given to make this site what it is. It is a new and exciting time as we finally enter the “new millennium” and use the web as an avenue to further expose and promote our business. Please provide some feedback if you have any ideas or “stuff” you would like to see here.IT’S SPRING!The coming of a new season, warm weather and sunshine (hopefully); brings an opportunity that all of us should take advantage of, I am speaking of improving our indoor air quality.

It is certainly a big issue these days; it seems as if everyone knows someone who is affected by indoor allergens or a “sick building”. It is time to crack open those windows and doors throughout your house or business (DO NOT FORGET THAT YOUR BASEMENT IS PART OF YOUR HOUSE!) and “purge” the trapped air from the winter. Of course, make sure that it is an appropriate day to do that, allowing air with high moisture content in can work adversely as well. Ventilation is key to improving indoor air quality. It is also time to think about cleaning your carpets, upholstery and duct work. All of these harbor invisible allergens that may wreak havoc with your respiratory systems as well.

Remember that these items act as “filters” for your house and need to be cleaned or changed to remove the pollutants from them. In conclusion, as you go through this spring, and start venturing outdoors to deal with the dreaded “honey-do” list, don’t forget to share some of that nice outdoor weather with your indoor environment. The comfort and freshness experienced may be your own!Again, Happy Spring and welcome to our site. Check back periodically for some fresh, new ideas for your home, business and comfort!