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Water

By Swartz Restoration
November 8, 2017

How do pipes freeze and burst?

With the presence of winter weather, the threat of freezing pipes is on many homeowners’ minds. Pipes burst mainly for one reason: water expands when it freezes. Although, the expansion itself isn’t what causes...

Fire

By Swartz Restoration
November 1, 2017

The 12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety

12 Extension cords If extension cords are overloaded with holiday lights, they can overheat and catch fire. Avoid overloading the cord by reading over the packaging to find the maximum load. Also be sure...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Home Tips

Winter is Here, but Let’s Think Spring!

Winter weather is just now hitting us, but we can’t help but think about spring and the warmer weather it brings! You may think we are daydreaming (Aren’t we all!?), but it is a...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Home Tips

Fall Clean-up: Grab a Rake!

Fallen leaves of autumn can create a big task in your yard and garden (and gutters!). To avoid having a yard covered in wet leaves in the spring, you will want to rake, blow,...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
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Outdoor Holiday Decorating Tips from Swartz Contracting

Using a Ladder When hanging lights outdoors, use a ladder that is properly secured and consider having another person below to spot. Roof Decorations It’s probably not a good idea to put a hole...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Home Tips

Show Your Home Some Love In February!

Ah, February… American Heart Month and Valentine’s Day. Be sure to keep the love for your home alive with these maintenance tips to keep it happy and looking great before spring arrives! Make sure...