2022-10 All About French Drains

by | Dec 9, 2022 | Newsletters

If flooding in your basement or yard is a common problem, then a French drain system may be your solution. French drains are a system of ditches and pipes that are used to divert water away from a specific area, like a home’s foundation.   Are They Worth It? A...

2022-10 Tips for Fireplace Users

by | Dec 9, 2022 | Newsletters

 With cooler temperatures on the horizon homeowners might be lighting their fireplaces for the first time since last winter. Here are some tips for keeping them safe and avoiding disaster: Open the chimney damper all the way. Don’t restrict the air supply by...

2022-10 From the Desk of Sheriff James Mendrick

by | Dec 9, 2022 | Newsletters

Be vigilant against ruse burglaries. Don’t let anyone, who you don’t know, into your home. Also be cautious about giving information or business to companies that call or stop by your property unsolicited. Always check for an ID of anyone purporting to work on your...

2022-10 Bye Bye Buckthorn!

by | Dec 9, 2022 | Newsletters

Buckthorn is the most persistent of the invasive species of tree in our area. In some places it can provide screening from neighboring houses, but it can also be quite harmful.   It’s good to know that fall is the ideal time to spot where all of them are on your...